OPGSX vs. FKRCX
Compare and contrast key facts about Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund (OPGSX) and Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (FKRCX).
OPGSX is managed by Invesco. It was launched on Jul 18, 1983. FKRCX is managed by Franklin Templeton. It was launched on May 18, 1969.
Performance
OPGSX vs. FKRCX - Performance Comparison
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OPGSX vs. FKRCX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OPGSX Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund | 6.89% | 131.03% | 13.05% | 6.35% | -16.86% | -2.75% | 36.15% | 46.37% | -13.15% | 17.17% |
FKRCX Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund | 5.72% | 196.59% | 17.64% | 2.03% | -23.47% | -4.03% | 44.30% | 51.48% | -18.11% | -0.12% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, OPGSX achieves a 6.89% return, which is significantly higher than FKRCX's 5.72% return. Both investments have delivered pretty close results over the past 10 years, with OPGSX having a 18.10% annualized return and FKRCX not far ahead at 18.12%.
OPGSX
- 1D
- 6.42%
- 1M
- -19.81%
- YTD
- 6.89%
- 6M
- 19.86%
- 1Y
- 93.74%
- 3Y*
- 39.06%
- 5Y*
- 20.64%
- 10Y*
- 18.10%
FKRCX
- 1D
- 8.11%
- 1M
- -21.42%
- YTD
- 5.72%
- 6M
- 29.26%
- 1Y
- 121.53%
- 3Y*
- 51.10%
- 5Y*
- 24.45%
- 10Y*
- 18.12%
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OPGSX vs. FKRCX - Expense Ratio Comparison
OPGSX has a 1.05% expense ratio, which is higher than FKRCX's 0.88% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
OPGSX vs. FKRCX — Risk / Return Rank
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OPGSX vs. FKRCX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund (OPGSX) and Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (FKRCX). 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 | FKRCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.49 | 2.85 | -0.36 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.77 | 3.01 | -0.24 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.40 | 1.43 | -0.03 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.94 | 3.93 | +0.01 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 15.50 | 14.65 | +0.85 |
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 | FKRCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.49 | 2.85 | -0.36 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.64 | 0.74 | -0.10 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.56 | 0.55 | 0.00 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.26 | 0.19 | +0.07 |
Correlation
The correlation between OPGSX and FKRCX is 0.92, 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. FKRCX - Dividend Comparison
OPGSX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.40%, less than FKRCX's 10.16% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OPGSX Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund | 0.40% | 0.43% | 0.86% | 0.81% | 0.45% | 3.56% | 1.55% | 0.29% | 0.00% | 2.78% | 7.21% |
FKRCX Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund | 10.16% | 10.75% | 13.44% | 3.12% | 0.00% | 9.37% | 10.55% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.37% | 8.73% |
Drawdowns
OPGSX vs. FKRCX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum OPGSX drawdown since its inception was -80.04%, roughly equal to the maximum FKRCX drawdown of -78.85%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for OPGSX and FKRCX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| OPGSX | FKRCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -80.04% | -78.85% | -1.19% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -29.01% | -31.15% | +2.14% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -47.09% | -48.79% | +1.70% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -47.09% | -49.54% | +2.45% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -19.81% | -21.42% | +1.61% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -29.33% | -33.79% | +4.46% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 7.38% | 8.36% | -0.98% |
Volatility
OPGSX vs. FKRCX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Invesco Gold & Special Minerals Fund (OPGSX) is 16.75%, while Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (FKRCX) has a volatility of 18.27%. This indicates that OPGSX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FKRCX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| OPGSX | FKRCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 16.75% | 18.27% | -1.52% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 35.48% | 35.19% | +0.29% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 43.40% | 43.05% | +0.35% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 33.09% | 33.27% | -0.18% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 32.99% | 32.90% | +0.09% |