VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) Stock Price & Analysis
VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) closed at USD 38.68 on Thursday, October 22, 2026, down 2.57% on the day. The US market is currently closed (pre-market); this is not a live price.
The prior close was USD 39.7; the Oct 22, 2026 session ranged USD 38.62–39.18 on volume of 476,722 shares. Market capitalization is —, with a 52-week range of USD 37.69–53.35 (PCX). Source: Nexqual, retrieved October 23, 2026 at 11:03 UTC.
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Key facts (OUNZ)
- Total return with dividends: 1Y -2.4% vs S&P 500 +14.9%; 5Y +121.7% vs S&P 500 +80.3%.
Financials (SEC 10-K; TTM = last four 10-Q/10-K quarters) (OUNZ)
| USD | FY2022 | FY2023 | FY2024 | FY2025 | FY2026 | TTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | -$18.2M | $31.6M | $37.9M | $313M | $1.09B | $368M |
Fiscal years end Jan. EPS is split-adjusted.
Valuation (price ÷ last four quarters, through Jul 31, 2026) (OUNZ)
Total return (dividends reinvested) (OUNZ)
| 1Y (from 2025-10-23) | 5Y (from 2021-10-18) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total return | -2.4% | +121.7% |
| S&P 500 (SPY) | +14.9% | +80.3% |
| Per year | -2.4% | +17.2% |
| Volatility (annualized) | 28.6% | 16.8% |
| Max drawdown | -26.3% (Jan 2026→Jul 2026) | -23.8% (Feb 2026→Jul 2026) |
OUNZ options: expected move
| Expiration | Days | ATM implied volatility | Expected move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2026 | 28 | 24.3% | ±7.9% |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 56 | 22.1% | ±22.6% |
30-day implied volatility 18.9% vs 20.4% realized over the last 30 trading days. Put/call ratio (volume) 1.75. Cboe delayed quotes (15 min). Expected move = at-the-money straddle.
Key Statistics (as of October 23, 2026 at 11:03 UTC)
| Price | USD 38.68 |
|---|---|
| Change | ▼ 2.57% (down) |
| Previous Close | USD 39.7 |
| Open | USD 39.15 |
| Day Range | USD 38.62 – 39.18 |
| 52-Week Range | USD 37.69 – 53.35 |
| Volume | 476,722 shares |
| Market Cap | — |
| Exchange | PCX |
Technical Analysis (OUNZ)
Nexqual's technical model rates OUNZ "SELL" based on 2 bullish and 5 bearish signals across 127 daily candles, as of October 23, 2026 at 11:03 UTC.
| Overall Signal | SELL |
|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 33.61 (neutral) |
| vs SMA50 | Below (USD 41.41) |
| MACD | -0.49 (negative) |
Financial Health Score (OUNZ)
Nexqual rates VanEck Merk Gold Trust's overall financial health "Mixed" across five dimensions, as of October 23, 2026 at 11:03 UTC.
| Growth | Mixed — No data |
|---|---|
| Profitability | Mixed — No data |
| Balance Sheet | Mixed — No data |
| Cash Flow | Mixed — No data |
| Efficiency | Mixed — No data |
From VanEck Merk Gold Trust's Latest SEC 10-K Filing (filed 2026-03-27)
Partnerships
- To become an Authorized Participant, a person must enter into an Authorized Participant Agreement with the Sponsor and the Trustee ("Authorized Participant Agreement").
- Under the agreement with the Custodian, the Trustee, the Sponsor and the Sponsor's auditors and inspectors may visit the premises of the Custodian for the purpose of examining the Trust's gold and certain related records maintained by the Custodian. with the Sponsor in connection with the administration of the Trust.
Source: SEC EDGAR 10-K, official filing. Curated by Nexqual.
Peers & Related Stocks
| Symbol | Name | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAR | GraniteShares Gold Trust Shares | USD 39.59 | ▼ 2.68% |
| AAAU | Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF | USD 39.67 | ▼ 2.65% |
| SGOL | abrdn Physical Gold Shares ETF | USD 38.33 | ▼ 2.57% |
| SGDM | Sprott Gold Miners ETF | USD 68.73 | ▼ 6.16% |
| RING | iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners | USD 71.42 | ▼ 5.55% |
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