iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF

iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF is a passively managed exchange-traded fund that seeks to track the MSCI ACWI Select Gold Miners Investable Market Index. The fund provides diversified exposure to global gold mining companies across developed and emerging markets, with holdings selected from businesses whose revenues are primarily tied to gold mining activities. It is designed to give investors a single vehicle for accessing the gold miners segment of the equity market, rather than holding physical gold. The ETF is used by market participants looking for broad, sector-based exposure to companies involved in gold exploration, extraction, production, and related operations. Managed by BlackRock, iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF plays a role as a specialized equity fund within the materials and precious-metals universe, offering international diversification within the gold mining industry.