To say that 2025 proved to be a fruitful year for both metals and the miners who cultivate them would likely be an understatement.
For instance, gold and its miners have largely enjoyed a terrific run of late. With rate cuts back on the menu and the dollar’s strength being threatened, many are turning to the metal as a store of value.
Gold isn’t the only metal that investors saw put up potent results in 2025. Silver has hit year-to-date gains well over 100%, buoyed by supply constraints and advantages similar to what gold brings to the table.
Copper’s on the rise, as well. Empowered by mine disruptions, renewable energy demand, and rate cuts, the metal is also creating a potential buy opportunity.
All the momentum that the metal and mining industries are seeing could benefit the funds that are exposed to these sectors. This includes many of the funds within the ETF lineup of Sprott Asset Management, which provide a distinct focus on both precious metals and their respective mining sectors. Furthermore, these funds, and Sprott’s investment philosophy as a whole, could be in a good position to see new success in 2026.
“Clearly, you have to be mindful of corrections. That’s a normal part of the markets, and we’ve had a tremendous run,” noted Whitney George, CEO of Sprott Asset Management, in a recent interview. “But I do think corrections represent opportunities for investors if they come. None of the fundamentals has changed, and this is a very new trade.”
“People have largely overlooked the mining industry for decades,” George added. “They’ve been focused on many other things. Fundamental results are expected to be very strong due to robust metal prices and contained costs. It’s just the beginning in terms of the audience or investors discovering this space. There’s still a long way to go.”
Tackle Mining Industry Exposure with Experienced ETF Strategies
There are plenty of different funds from Sprott that investors can tap into in order to gain access to the mining industry. For instance, the Sprott Active Gold & Silver Miners ETF (GBUG) might stick out as a potential solution.
True to its name, GBUG invests in both gold and silver miners, providing blended access to two distinct industries that are both seeing strong results at the moment. Furthermore, the fund is actively managed, allowing further adaptability and flexibility to react to changing conditions.
The Sprott Copper Miners ETF (COPP) could also offer a compelling use case. This fund invests in both physical copper and the companies that mine it.
Though GBUG and COPP focus on different mining industries, the funds both offer interesting ways to capitalize on miner momentum. For those who are betting on the mining industry to continue gaining traction in 2026, these ETFs could be well-positioned for the new year.
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