GLD vs QQQ: Which is better?
Quick Takeaway: QQQ has a lower expense ratio (0.20%) than GLD (0.40%), making it more cost-effective for long-term buy-and-hold investors.
Comparison Matrix
| Metric | GLD (SPDR Gold Shares) | QQQ (Invesco QQQ Trust) |
|---|---|---|
| Asset Class | Commodity Precious Metals | US Large Cap Growth |
| Expense Ratio | 0.40% | 0.20% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.00% | 0.58% |
| AUM | $64B | $230B |
| Benchmark | LBMA Gold Price PM | NASDAQ 100 |
