OPGSX vs. FEGOX
Compare and contrast key facts about Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund (OPGSX) and First Eagle Gold Fund Class C (FEGOX).
OPGSX is managed by Invesco. It was launched on Jul 18, 1983. FEGOX is an actively managed fund by First Eagle. It was launched on May 15, 2003.
Performance
OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Performance Comparison
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OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OPGSX Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund | 0.44% | 131.03% | 13.05% | 6.35% | -16.86% | -2.75% | 36.15% | 46.37% | -13.15% | 17.17% |
FEGOX First Eagle Gold Fund Class C | 2.40% | 126.68% | 9.47% | 6.26% | -2.33% | -8.41% | 28.65% | 37.47% | -16.58% | 7.37% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, OPGSX achieves a 0.44% return, which is significantly lower than FEGOX's 2.40% return. Over the past 10 years, OPGSX has outperformed FEGOX with an annualized return of 17.37%, while FEGOX has yielded a comparatively lower 14.69% annualized return.
OPGSX
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -23.68%
- YTD
- 0.44%
- 6M
- 13.72%
- 1Y
- 82.38%
- 3Y*
- 36.20%
- 5Y*
- 20.12%
- 10Y*
- 17.37%
FEGOX
- 1D
- -0.11%
- 1M
- -22.44%
- YTD
- 2.40%
- 6M
- 18.50%
- 1Y
- 76.76%
- 3Y*
- 34.63%
- 5Y*
- 21.68%
- 10Y*
- 14.69%
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OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Expense Ratio Comparison
OPGSX has a 1.05% expense ratio, which is lower than FEGOX's 1.91% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
OPGSX vs. FEGOX — Risk / Return Rank
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OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund (OPGSX) and First Eagle Gold Fund Class C (FEGOX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| OPGSX | FEGOX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.20 | 2.03 | +0.17 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.54 | 2.29 | +0.24 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.36 | 1.35 | +0.01 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.22 | 2.90 | +0.32 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 12.84 | 10.72 | +2.12 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| OPGSX | FEGOX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.20 | 2.03 | +0.17 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.63 | 0.78 | -0.15 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.53 | 0.54 | -0.01 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.25 | 0.31 | -0.05 |
Correlation
The correlation between OPGSX and FEGOX is 0.94, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.
Dividends
OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Dividend Comparison
OPGSX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.43%, less than FEGOX's 0.68% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OPGSX Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund | 0.43% | 0.43% | 0.86% | 0.81% | 0.45% | 3.56% | 1.55% | 0.29% | 0.00% | 2.78% | 7.21% |
FEGOX First Eagle Gold Fund Class C | 0.68% | 0.70% | 5.05% | 0.22% | 0.00% | 0.24% | 0.76% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Drawdowns
OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum OPGSX drawdown since its inception was -80.04%, which is greater than FEGOX's maximum drawdown of -71.67%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for OPGSX and FEGOX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| OPGSX | FEGOX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -80.04% | -71.67% | -8.37% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -29.01% | -26.69% | -2.32% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -47.09% | -34.24% | -12.85% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -47.09% | -43.08% | -4.01% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -24.65% | -22.78% | -1.87% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -29.33% | -31.43% | +2.10% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 7.27% | 7.23% | +0.04% |
Volatility
OPGSX vs. FEGOX - Volatility Comparison
Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund (OPGSX) has a higher volatility of 15.32% compared to First Eagle Gold Fund Class C (FEGOX) at 13.89%. This indicates that OPGSX's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than FEGOX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| OPGSX | FEGOX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 15.32% | 13.89% | +1.43% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 35.01% | 32.49% | +2.52% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 43.01% | 38.59% | +4.42% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 32.97% | 28.09% | +4.88% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 32.93% | 27.14% | +5.79% |