Invesco Physical Gold ETC (SGLD.L), issued by Invesco Physical Markets plc, is an exchange-traded commodity (ETC) domiciled in Ireland that provides investors with direct exposure to the spot price of gold, less fees, through certificates collateralised by physical gold bullion held in allocated vaults. The ETC replicates the performance of the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Gold Price in USD via full physical replication, holding London Good Delivery gold bars stored primarily in London vaults by custodians such as J.P. Morgan; it features a low total expense ratio (TER) of 0.12% p.a., accumulating distribution policy, and currency unhedged structure in USD, targeting retail and institutional investors seeking a cost-effective gold hedge without direct commodity ownership. Launched on June 25, 2009, and listed on the London Stock Exchange, it operates across multiple European exchanges including Borsa Italiana and Deutsche Boerse, with assets under management exceeding USD 28 billion as of late 2025 and headquarters operations aligned with Invesco Ltd. in Atlanta, Georgia.
The product maintains a single holding of physical gold adhering to LBMA responsible sourcing guidelines, with no securities lending or leverage, ensuring full collateralisation and shariah-compliant status; it serves global markets focused on precious metals exposure amid inflation hedging and portfolio diversification demands. Invesco Physical Markets plc, a special purpose vehicle under Invesco Ltd., oversees issuance without notable subsidiaries specific to this ETC. Geographically, it caters to European investors while gold storage remains in secure UK vaults, supporting trading in GBP, EUR, and other currencies via related share classes.