VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) ETF
Data as of October 19, 2026
Stockbruh grade: Challenging 0/3 metrics rated Sunny
What does VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF invest in?
The VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) is designed to closely mirror the financial returns (both price appreciation and income generation) of the MVIS Global Junior Gold Miners Index (MVGDXJTR), prior to factoring in its own management fees and operational costs. This underlying index tracks the overall market performance of smaller-capitalization firms primarily engaged in the mining and production of gold and/or silver..
Key Numbers
| Metric | Rating | What it means |
|---|
| Returns (5Y CAGR) | ⛅ Moderate | ≥8% = Sunny, 1–8% = Cloudy, <1% = Thunderstorm |
| Dividends | ⛅ Moderate | Dividend yield and consistency |
| Fees (Expense Ratio) | ⛅ Moderate | <0.5% = Sunny, 0.5–1.5% = Cloudy, >1.5% = Thunderstorm |
| Price | $109.91 | Assets Under Management | — |
Common Questions
How have GDXJ's returns been over the last 5 years?
GDXJ has delivered moderate 5-year returns (1%–8% CAGR), rated Cloudy on Stockbruh's weather system. Sign up to see the full return history.
Is GDXJ a good ETF for beginners?
Stockbruh provides a beginner-friendly analysis of GDXJ covering returns (5Y CAGR), dividend yield, and expense ratio. GDXJ has moderate fees. Sign up free to see the full weather-rated breakdown.