PPDX.L vs. SGLN.L

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

PPDX.L (WisdomTree Physical Palladium) and SGLN.L (iShares Physical Gold ETC) are both exchange-traded funds - PPDX.L is a Precious Metals fund tracking the LBMA Palladium Price, while SGLN.L is a Gold fund tracking the LBMA Gold Price. Both are passively managed. PPDX.L charges 0.49%/yr vs 0.12%/yr for SGLN.L.

Performance

PPDX.L vs. SGLN.L - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a £10,000 investment in WisdomTree Physical Palladium (PPDX.L) and iShares Physical Gold ETC (SGLN.L). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

PPDX.L

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

SGLN.L

• 1D: -2.35%
• 1M: -5.80%
• YTD: 1.45%
• 6M: 2.74%
• 1Y: 31.48%
• 3Y*: 27.01%
• 5Y*: 19.30%
• 10Y*: 14.12%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Return for Risk

PPDX.L vs. SGLN.L — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

SGLN.L

SGLN.L Risk / Return Rank: 39
SGLN.L Sharpe Ratio Rank: 41
SGLN.L Sortino Ratio Rank: 37
SGLN.L Omega Ratio Rank: 45
SGLN.L Calmar Ratio Rank: 37
SGLN.L Martin Ratio Rank: 34

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

PPDX.L vs. SGLN.L - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for WisdomTree Physical Palladium (PPDX.L) and iShares Physical Gold ETC (SGLN.L). 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.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	PPDX.L	SGLN.L	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	1.34	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.89	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.75	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.25	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	PPDX.L	SGLN.L	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-53.23%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-17.98%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-20.33%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-20.33%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-22.30%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-17.98%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-24.71%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	6.77%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	PPDX.L	SGLN.L	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	4.99%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	20.20%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	23.32%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	21.73%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	18.80%	—

PPDX.L vs. SGLN.L - Expense Ratio Comparison

PPDX.L has a 0.49% expense ratio, which is higher than SGLN.L's 0.12% expense ratio.

Dividends

PPDX.L vs. SGLN.L - Dividend Comparison

Neither PPDX.L nor SGLN.L has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, PPDX.L or SGLN.L?

On fees, SGLN.L is cheaper at 0.12% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, PPDX.L or SGLN.L?

SGLN.L is cheaper with a 0.12% expense ratio, compared with 0.49% for PPDX.L.

What is the main difference between PPDX.L and SGLN.L?

PPDX.L is categorized as Precious Metals, while SGLN.L is Gold. PPDX.L tracks LBMA Palladium Price, while SGLN.L tracks LBMA Gold Price. They also come from different issuers: WisdomTree and iShares. Their fees differ too: 0.49% for PPDX.L and 0.12% for SGLN.L.