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Gold ETF (GLD) and Wash Sales: What Traders Need to Know About Section 475

Released on Wednesday, April 22, 2026ETFs

Many traders assume gold ETFs like GLD follow stock tax rules, but that’s not always the case. This session explains how GLD (SPDR Gold Trust) is treated under wash-sale rules, Section 475, and options tax treatment. Learn why GLD is typically property for investors, how §475 can change the analysis for traders, and when broker reporting may not reflect the correct tax treatment.


Robert Green, CPA
GreenTraderTax.com, CEO

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