VanEck

VanEck is a global investment management firm based in New York City, founded in 1955 by John van Eck. The firm specializes in providing access to international markets and alternative asset classes, with a strong emphasis on gold and emerging markets. It is privately owned by the van Eck family and has a history of innovation in investment products and strategies.

The company manages a diverse range of investment products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and separately managed accounts for both institutional and retail investors. VanEck was a pioneer in launching the first U.S. gold equity fund in 1968 and has since expanded its offerings to include over fifty ETFs under the Market Vectors brand, covering various asset classes such as international equities, hard assets, and fixed income. The firm also provides active and passive investment management services, focusing on thematic and sector-based strategies, and offers UCITS-compliant funds for the European market.