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16 Nov 2025, 14:30 UTC · 42w ago
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Gold futures prices hit a record $4,000 per ounce in October 2025, with year-to-date returns reaching nearly 50%. — Significant price momentum and record highs indicate strong bullish sentiment and capital inflow into gold.
+0.60Physical gold and physically backed ETFs are taxed as collectibles, facing a top federal long-term capital gains rate of 28%. — A higher tax burden compared to the 20% rate for stocks reduces net returns for high-net-worth investors, potentially triggering profit-taking.
-0.40Gold funds utilizing futures contracts are subject to a 60/40 tax structure, resulting in a top federal tax rate of 26.8%. — While lower than the collectibles rate, it remains higher than standard equity capital gains, creating a drag on after-tax performance.
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[mutual] Both are exchange-traded funds backed by physical gold competing for investors.
[mutual] Both are exchange-traded funds backed by physical gold competing for investors.
[mutual] Both are exchange-traded funds backed by physical gold competing for investors.
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