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All companies that sell securities in the United States must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and file reports on a regular basis. These reports include company annual reports (10K, 10Q), news updates (8K), investor presentations (found in 8Ks), insider trades (form 4), ownership reports (13D, and 13G), and reports related to the specific securities sold, such as registration statements and prospectus. This page shows recent SEC filings related to VanEck Merk Gold ETF
SEC Filings (Chronological Order)
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September 8, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD ETF

September 3, 2025 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-09-02 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk FundsÄ TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

June 26, 2025 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-06-25 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds ® Help v VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF T HE GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ ® ® VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the "Trust" or "OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

June 6, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD ETF

June 4, 2025 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

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May 29, 2025 FWP

Vaillck 0_ INVES TMENTS EDUCATION Fund Overview Van Ee ೦ Mer ೦ Gold ETF seeks to provide Investors with a convenien t andcost - efficien t way to buy and hold gold through an exchange tr aded product with the option to take physical delrvery of gold

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-05-27 VanEck OUNZ Prospectus Page 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Vaillck 0 INVES TMENTS EDUCATION Fund Overview Van Ee ೦ Mer ೦ Gold ETF seeks to provide Investors with a convenien t andcost - efficien t way to buy and hold gold through an exchange tr aded product with the option to take physical delrvery of gold tf and when deslred .

May 13, 2025 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-05-13 Talking-Points-OUNZ2025 Q2 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643

May 6, 2025 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-05-06 VanEck Barron’s ad 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643

May 6, 2025 FWP

Why OUNZ Now? Hi Fellow Investor, In my recent conversations, I've been surprised by how many investors aren't following gold this year . To test, I ran a quick Twitter poll . You can check the results — or just take my word : a lot of people are ove

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-05-06 VanEck Email 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Why OUNZ Now? Hi Fellow Investor, In my recent conversations, I've been surprised by how many investors aren't following gold this year .

April 25, 2025 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Rule 424(i) VanEck Merk Gold ETF # Data Element Values 1.

April 25, 2025 424I

PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 424(i) FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2025 (to Prospectus dated November 24, 2023) VANECK MERK GOLD ETF Calculation of Registration Fees Pursuant to Rule 457(u)

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(i) Registration No. 333-274643 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 424(i) FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2025 (to Prospectus dated November 24, 2023) VANECK MERK GOLD ETF Calculation of Registration Fees Pursuant to Rule 457(u) This prospectus supplement filed pursuant to Rule 424(i) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), sets forth the r

April 23, 2025 FWP

It's Not Too Late to Add Gold to Your Portfolio Summary: Gold’s surge above $3,000 has left many investors wondering if they’ve missed their window. The VanEck Real Assets ETF (RAAX) was there ahead of the rally — and is maintaining its maximum alloc

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-22 VanEck RIA Channel Webinar 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 It's Not Too Late to Add Gold to Your Portfolio Summary: Gold’s surge above $3,000 has left many investors wondering if they’ve missed their window.

April 23, 2025 FWP

Facts THE GOLD ETF THAT D ELIVE RS OUNZ VanEck‘ Merk‘ Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product wit

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-23 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Facts THE GOLD ETF THAT D ELIVE RS OUNZ VanEck‘ Merk‘ Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

April 17, 2025 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Rule 424(i) VanEck Merk Gold ETF # Data Element Values 1.

April 17, 2025 424I

PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 424(i) FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2024 (to Prospectus dated November 24, 2023) VANECK MERK GOLD ETF Calculation of Registration Fees Pursuant to Rule 457(u)

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(i) Registration No. 333-274643 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 424(i) FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2024 (to Prospectus dated November 24, 2023) VANECK MERK GOLD ETF Calculation of Registration Fees Pursuant to Rule 457(u) This prospectus supplement filed pursuant to Rule 424(i) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), sets forth the r

April 14, 2025 FWP

This page 1s hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds® Help v 1 VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ VanEck ® M erk ® Gol d ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-14 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This page 1s hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds® Help v 1 VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ VanEck ® M erk ® Gol d ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the ' 'Trust" or "OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

April 14, 2025 FWP

OUNZ Podcast Ad

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-11 OUNZ Podcast Ad 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 OUNZ Podcast Ad Hey, Monetary Matters listeners.

April 11, 2025 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-11 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643

April 10, 2025 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-10 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk FundsÄ TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

April 8, 2025 FWP

This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk FundsÄ TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efiicient way to buy and hold gold t

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-08 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk FundsÄ TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efiicient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

April 2, 2025 FWP

OUNZ Ad Speaker 1: No one knows what the future holds. When upheaval strikes, all that glitters is gold. Whether you want exposure to gold or the option to hold the real thing, OUNZ is the only gold ETF that lets you convert shares into physical gold

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-02 VanEck OUNZ Ad Transcript 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 OUNZ Ad Speaker 1: No one knows what the future holds.

April 1, 2025 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-04-01 VanEck OUNZ Ad 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643

March 28, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD ET

March 7, 2025 FWP

3/7/25, 05:48 Gold prices surging amid global power shift and economic uncertainty - Axel Merk | Kitco News https:// www.kitco.com/news/article/2025 - 03 - 0G/gold - prices - surging - amid - global - power - shift - and - economic - uncertainty - ax

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-03-07 Axel Merk/Kitco Interview 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 3/7/25, 05:48 Gold prices surging amid global power shift and economic uncertainty - Axel Merk | Kitco News https:// www.

March 6, 2025 FWP

Facts THE GOLD ETF THAT D ELIVE RS OUNZ VanEck‘ Merk‘ Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product wit

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-03-06 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Facts THE GOLD ETF THAT D ELIVE RS OUNZ VanEck‘ Merk‘ Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

March 3, 2025 FWP

This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds H elp v VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ VanEck ® M er k ® Gol d ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-03-03 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds H elp v VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ VanEck ® M er k ® Gol d ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the " Trust" or " OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

February 25, 2025 FWP

This pa ge is hOStßd O ï the fund section of Merk Funds TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEc Mer ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk GoLd ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efiicient way to buy and hold goLd thr

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-02-25 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hOStßd O ï the fund section of Merk Funds TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEc Mer ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk GoLd ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efiicient way to buy and hold goLd through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of goLd.

February 14, 2025 FWP

Webinar: Tariffs, Gold and Market Shifts - Your Questions Answered

FWP 1 ea0231161-fwpvaneckmerk.htm FREE WRITING PROSPECTUS Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-02-13 webinar transcript 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Webinar: Tariffs, Gold and Market Shifts - Your Questions Answered Speaker 3 (00:05.292) Good afternoon. I am Brandon Rakszawski, Director of Product Management here at VanEck. Thank you all for taking time to join us today.

February 12, 2025 FWP

VANECK ® MERK ® GOLD ETF (OUNZ) I E 1T F THAT DELIVERS ' Webinar: Tariffs, Gold and Market Shifts - Your Questions Answered Trade tariffs are reshaping global markets, and gold is no exception. With gold recently trading at all - time highs, market p

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-02-11 webinar invite 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 VANECK ® MERK ® GOLD ETF (OUNZ) I E 1T F THAT DELIVERS ' Webinar: Tariffs, Gold and Market Shifts - Your Questions Answered Trade tariffs are reshaping global markets, and gold is no exception.

February 11, 2025 FWP

This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds Metp • TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-02-07 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds Metp • TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

January 31, 2025 FWP

OUNZ VanEck Merk Gold ETF The Gold ETF that Delivers Fourth Quarter 2024 For Financial Professional Use Only - Not for Retail Distribution The Gold ETF that Delivers Gold, the Original Diversifier Gold as a Safe Haven Seamless Delivery Process Risks

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-01-30 VanEck OUNZ Presentation FPDecember 2024 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 OUNZ VanEck Merk Gold ETF The Gold ETF that Delivers Fourth Quarter 2024 For Financial Professional Use Only - Not for Retail Distribution The Gold ETF that Delivers Gold, the Original Diversifier Gold as a Safe Haven Seamless Delivery Process Risks to Consider Performance History 3 4 6 10 13 14 vaneck.

January 31, 2025 FWP

This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds H elp v VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF T HAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V I NSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ ® ® VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the '

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-01-30 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds H elp v VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF T HAT DELIVERS STRATEGIES V I NSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ ® ® VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the ''Trust" or "OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

January 15, 2025 FWP

This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold go

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2025-01-15 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust" or “OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

December 23, 2024 FWP

Invest in gold and popcorn because 2025 is going to be entertaining - Axel Merk Dec 04, 2024 - 4:0S PM (Kitco News) - Hold on to your g old and get the popcorn ready — 2025's uncertainty could prove entertaining for prepared investors, according to o

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-12-20 Axel Merk/Kitco 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Invest in gold and popcorn because 2025 is going to be entertaining - Axel Merk Dec 04, 2024 - 4:0S PM (Kitco News) - Hold on to your g old and get the popcorn ready — 2025's uncertainty could prove entertaining for prepared investors, according to one fund manager.

December 6, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD E

December 2, 2024 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-12-02 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This page is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds He lp v VANECK ® MERK ® Gold ETF THE GOLD ETF THAT DE LI VERS STRATEGIES V INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Contact Us OU NZ VanE c k ® M er k ® Gol d ETF Fund Description Vaillck The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the "Trust" or "OUNZ") provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

November 20, 2024 FWP

This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS Overview Delivery Fees Delivery Fees STRATEGIES Taking Delivery INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Responsible Sourcing FAQ The Processin g Fees for investors taking deliv

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-11-19 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS Overview Delivery Fees Delivery Fees STRATEGIES Taking Delivery INSIGHTS & RESEARCH ABOUT MERK Responsible Sourcing FAQ The Processin g Fees for investors taking delivery of their gold ("Delivery Applicants") are comprised of an Exchan ge Fee and a Delivery Fee .

November 14, 2024 424B3

VANECK MERK GOLD ETF Supplement dated November 14, 2024 to Prospectus dated November 24, 2023

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) File No. 333-274643 VANECK MERK GOLD ETF Supplement dated November 14, 2024 to Prospectus dated November 24, 2023 This supplement (this “Supplement”) updates the prospectus, dated November 24, 2023 (the “Prospectus”), for the VanEck Merk Gold ETF (“Trust”). The Supplement should be read in its entirety and kept together with the Prospectus for future reference. Cap

October 2, 2024 FWP

This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds Metp Factsheet TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-10-02 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 This pa ge is hosted on the fund section of Merk Funds Metp Factsheet TH E GOLD ETF THAT DELIVERS VanEck Merk Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold.

September 26, 2024 FWP

Overview VanEck ® Merk ® Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-09-26 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Overview VanEck ® Merk ® Gold ETF Fund Description The VanEck Merk Gold ETF (the “Trust” or “OUNZ”) provides investors with a convenient and cost - efficient way to buy and hold gold through an exchange traded product with the option to take physical delivery of gold .

September 18, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-09-17 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643

September 17, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-09-17 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643

September 11, 2024 FWP

The VanEck Merk Gold ETF Delivers. Literally. Axel Merk, Merk Investments While other exchange traded gold products had outflows for several months, OUNZ - we refer to the VanEck Merk Gold ETF by its ticker symbol - bucked the trend, gathering more g

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-09-10-merk-insight 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 The VanEck Merk Gold ETF Delivers.

September 6, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD ETF

September 3, 2024 FWP

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August 30, 2024 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-08-29 OUNZ video transcript 1 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Axel Merk: Remember that gold doesn't change, gold just is.

August 30, 2024 FWP

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August 30, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

FWP 1 ea0213020-fwpvaneckmerk.htm FREE WRITING PROSPECTUS Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold ETF 2024-08-29 OUNZ video transcript 2 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Axel Merk: Remember that gold doesn't change. Gold just is. Speaker 2: The VanEck Merk Gold ETF, ticker OUNZ, offers a convenient, cost-efficient way to buy and hold gold with deliverability, convertibility, and tax effi

August 23, 2024 FWP

Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.99% $36.00 $500 1oz 2024 Perth Mint Gold Kangaroo 99.99% $109.00 $500 1oz 2024 US Mint Gold Buffalo 99.99% $28.00 $500 1oz Gold Bar Royal Canadian Mint 91.67% $110.00 $500 1oz

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-08-21 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

August 20, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 20, 2024 VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 001-36459 46-6582016 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

August 20, 2024 EX-4.1

Third Amendment to the Depository Trust Agreement, dated as of August 20, 2024, by and between Merk Investments LLC, as sponsor of the Trust and the Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee of the Trust (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 filed with the Current Report on Form 8-K on August 20, 2024).

Exhibit 4.1

July 25, 2024 FWP

Morning Trade Live – Schwab Network

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-07-25 Axel Merk/Oliver Renick - Schwab Network 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Morning Trade Live – Schwab Network Oliver Renick: Stocks are getting whacked right now, but at least one thing is working.

July 1, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-06-28 OUNZ Video Transcript 10001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Axel Merk: Remember that gold doesn't change, gold just is.

July 1, 2024 FWP

OUNZ Past performance does not guarantee future performance or results. Investors should consult with a tax professional for their particular situation and jurisdiction. Trading fees and other costs may apply. Retiremen t Account Eligible? With OUNZ,

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-06-28 VanEck Merk Gold Trust Webpage 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 OUNZ Past performance does not guarantee future performance or results.

July 1, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-05-14 OUNZ Video Transcript 2 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-274643 Axel Merk: Remember that gold doesn't change.

July 1, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

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June 13, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-06-12 The-Gold-ETF-that-Delivers-VanEck 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

June 10, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

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June 7, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TRU

June 6, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-06-05 KE Report/Axel Merk ounz discussion 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Core Fleck: All right, welcome back.

May 29, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-05-29 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

May 15, 2024 FWP

Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.99% $40.00 $500 1oz 2024 Perth Mint Gold Kangaroo 99.99% $38.00 $500 1oz 2024 Royal Mint Gold Britannia 99.99% $100.00 $500 1oz 2024 US Mint Gold Buffalo 99.99% $28.00 $500 1oz

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-05-14 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

May 14, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-05-14 OUNZ Video Transcript 1 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Axel Merk: Remember that gold doesn’t change, gold just is.

May 14, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-05-14 OUNZ Video Transcript 2 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Axel Merk: Remember that gold doesn't change.

May 14, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-05-14 VanEck Merk Gold Trust Webpage 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

April 24, 2024 FWP

www.merkgold.com 855 - MRK - OUNZ (c) 2024 Merk Investments LLC Delivery Application Instructions Step 1. File Delivery Application Verify that all the information is accurate within each section of the Delivery Application . Please visit the FAQ sec

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-04-24 Delivery Application 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 www.

April 15, 2024 FWP

4/12/24, 8:40 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.99% $25.00 $500 1oz Perth Mint Gold Bar 99.99% $62.00 $500 1oz 2024 Royal Canadian Mint Gold Maple Leaf 99.99% $38.00 $500

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-04-12 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 4/12/24, 8:40 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

April 11, 2024 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-04-09 Frank Mottel/Axel Merk Interview 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Frank Mottek: Good afternoon.

April 1, 2024 FWP

4/1/24, 6:17 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.99% $25.00 $500 1oz Perth Mint Gold Bar 99.99% $59.00 $500 1oz 2024 Royal Canadian Mint Gold Maple Leaf 99.99% $38.00 $500

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-04-01 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 4/1/24, 6:17 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

March 29, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TR

March 29, 2024 EX-97.1

Incentive-Based Compensation Recovery Policy

Exhibit 97.1 MERK INVESTMENTS LLC AS THE SPONSOR OF VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST INCENTIVE-BASED COMPENSATION RECOVERY POLICY 1. Policy Purpose. The purpose of this Merk Investments LLC (the “Sponsor”), as the sponsor of VanEck Merk Gold Trust (the “Trust”), Incentive-Based Compensation Recovery Policy (this “Policy”) is to enable the Trust or the Sponsor, as applicable, to recover Erroneously Awarded C

March 4, 2024 FWP

3/4/24, 10:15 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.99% $25.00 $500 1oz Perth Mint Gold Bar 99.99% $56.00 $500 1oz 2024 Royal Canadian Mint Gold Maple Leaf 99.99% $38.00 $500

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-03-04 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 3/4/24, 10:15 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

March 1, 2024 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2023 ☐ TRANS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-36459

February 29, 2024 CORRESP

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February 29, 2024 Shoshannah Katz D 949-623-3545 [email protected] By EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F. Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: VanEck Merk Gold Trust Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2023 File No. 001-36459 Ladies and Gentlemen: We are submitting this letter on behalf of VanEck Merk Gold Trust (the “Trust”), in r

February 26, 2024 FWP

2/26/24, 7:57 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.9900% $25.00 $500 1oz Perth Mint Gold Bar 99.9900% $55.00 $500 1oz 2024 Royal Canadian Mint Gold Maple Leaf 99.9900% $38.0

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-02-26 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 2/26/24, 7:57 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

February 6, 2024 FWP

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Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-02-02-gold-audit 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Bureau Veritas Reference: 24000540 2 nd February 2024 Bureau Veritas Commodities UK Ltd 2 Perry Road Witham T: +44 (0) 1376 536800 E: CTDMMOpsUK@bureauveritas.

January 30, 2024 FWP

1/30/24, 9:56 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.99% $28.00 $500 1oz Gold Bar Royal Canadian Mint 99.99% $38.00 $500 1oz 2024 Royal Mint Gold Britannia 99.99% $89.00 $500

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-01-30 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 1/30/24, 9:56 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 99.

January 9, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-01-09 Raising the Bar on Gold Investing VanEck’s Approach to Gold VanEck 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

January 9, 2024 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2024-01-08 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

December 8, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD T

November 28, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-11-28 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

November 28, 2023 424B3

VanEck Merk Gold Shares VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-274643 VanEck Merk Gold Shares VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST The VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Trust) issues VanEck Merk Gold Shares (Shares), which represent units of fractional undivided beneficial interest in the Trust. The Trust’s primary objective is to provide investors with an opportunity to invest in gold through the Shares and be able to take deliv

November 22, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 (Form Type) VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1 - Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security type Security class title Fee calculation or carry forward rule Amount registered Proposed maximum offering price per unit Maximum aggregate offering price Fee rate Amount of registration fee Carr

November 22, 2023 S-3/A

As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 21, 2023

As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 21, 2023 Registration No.

November 21, 2023 CORRESP

VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST 2 Hanson Place Brooklyn, NY 11217

VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST 2 Hanson Place Brooklyn, NY 11217 November 21, 2023 VIA EDGAR U.

November 8, 2023 CORRESP

November 8, 2023

K&L Gates LLP 1 Park Plaza Twelfth Floor Irvine, CA 92614 T +1 949 253 0900 klgates.

October 24, 2023 FWP

Bureau Veritas Reference: 23007111 16 th October 2023 Bureau Veritas Commodities UK Ltd 2 Perry Road Witham T: +44 (0) 1376 536800 E: [email protected] www.bureauveritas.com Registered in England 04966988 VAT no. GB 725 4402 54 Bureau Veri

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-10-16-gold-audit 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 Bureau Veritas Reference: 23007111 16 th October 2023 Bureau Veritas Commodities UK Ltd 2 Perry Road Witham T: +44 (0) 1376 536800 E: CTDMMOpsUK@bureauveritas.

September 26, 2023 DEL AM

VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST 2 Hanson Place Brooklyn, NY 11217 September 26, 2023

VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST 2 Hanson Place Brooklyn, NY 11217 September 26, 2023 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporate Finance 100 F Street N.

September 25, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-09-25 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

September 22, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 (Form Type) VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1 - Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security type Security class title Fee calculation or carry forward rule Amount registered Proposed maximum offering price per unit Maximum aggregate offering price Fee rate Amount of registration fee Carr

September 22, 2023 S-3

As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2023

As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2023 Registration No.

September 8, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TRUS

September 1, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-09-01 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

August 2, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2023 VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 001-36459 46-6582016 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number) (IRS E

August 2, 2023 EX-99.1

Merk Investments sets August 7, 2023, to Change Pricing Index for VanEck® Merk® Gold Trust (OUNZ)

Exhibit 99.1 Merk Investments sets August 7, 2023, to Change Pricing Index for VanEck® Merk® Gold Trust (OUNZ) MENLO PARK, CA. August 2, 2023 – Merk Investments, LLC (“Merk” or the “Sponsor”), as sponsor of the VanEck Merk Gold Trust (NYSE: OUNZ; the “Trust”), will change the benchmark price used to value the gold held or receivable by the Trust from the LBMA PM Gold Price to the Solactive Gold Sp

July 19, 2023 FWP

7/19/23, 8:59 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 91.67% $80.00 $500 1oz 2023 US Mint Gold Eagle 99.99% $80.00 $500 1oz 2023 US Mint Gold Buffalo 99.99% $38.00 $500 1oz 2023 P

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-07-19 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 7/19/23, 8:59 AM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Purity Exchange Fee Type of Gold Bar Fee per Ounce Fee per Application 91.

July 7, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-07-06 VanEck Email 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

June 6, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TRU

May 31, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-05-30 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

May 16, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-05-16 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

May 12, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2023 VANECK MERK GOLD TRU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2023 VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 001-36459 46-6582016 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number) (IRS Emp

May 12, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 (Form Type) VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1 - Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security type Security class title Fee calculation or carry forward rule Amount registered Proposed maximum offering price per unit Maximum aggregate offering price Fee rate Amount of registration fee Carr

May 12, 2023 EX-99.1

Merk Investments Files to Change Pricing Index for VanEck® Merk® Gold Trust (OUNZ)

Exhibit 99.1 Merk Investments Files to Change Pricing Index for VanEck® Merk® Gold Trust (OUNZ) MENLO PARK, CA / FRANKFURT, GERMANY. May 12, 2023 – Merk Investments, LLC (“Merk” or the “Sponsor”), as sponsor of the VanEck Merk Gold Trust (NYSE: OUNZ; the “Trust”), will change the benchmark price used to value the gold held or receivable by the Trust from the LBMA PM Gold Price to the Solactive Gol

May 12, 2023 S-3ASR

As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, 2023

S-3ASR 1 ea178332-s3asrvaneckmerk.htm REGISTRATION STATEMENT As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, 2023 Registration No. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) New York 1040 46-6582016 (State or Oth

May 8, 2023 FWP

333-238022

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-03-13 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

May 1, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-03-13 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022

April 13, 2023 EX-4.5

Description of the Registrant’s Securities Registered Under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Exhibit 4.5 Description of the Registrant's Securities Registered Under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 The following is a description of the VanEck Merk Gold Shares (the “Shares”) issued by the VanEck Merk Gold Trust (the “Trust”). The Shares represent units of fractional undivided beneficial interest in the Trust. This description does not describe every aspect of the Shares. C

April 13, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TR

April 6, 2023 POS AM

As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2023

POS AM 1 ea176185-posamvaneckmerk.htm POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 As Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2023 Registration No. 333-238022 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Exact name of Registrant a

March 13, 2023 FWP

3/13/23, 12:41 PM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Type of Gold Bar Exchange Fee Purity Fee per Application Fee per Ounce 1oz Perth Mint Gold Bar $500 $25.00 99.99% 1oz 2023 Perth Mint Gold Kangaroo $500 $40.00 99.99% 1oz 2023 US Mint Gold Eagle

Free Writing Prospectus VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2023-03-13 VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees 0001546652 Pursuant to 433/164 333-238022 3/13/23, 12:41 PM VanEck Merk Gold Trust (OUNZ) - Fees Type of Gold Bar Exchange Fee Purity Fee per Application Fee per Ounce 1oz Perth Mint Gold Bar $500 $25.

March 10, 2023 EX-16.1

BBD letter

Exhibit 16.1 March 10, 2023 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Office of the Chief Accountant 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: VanEck Merk Gold Trust File no. 001-36459 Dear Sir or Madam: We have read the statements made pursuant to Item 4.01 of Form 8-K of VanEck Merk Gold Trust Dated March 9, 2023, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein. Very truly your

March 10, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 10, 2023 (March 6, 2023) VA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 10, 2023 (March 6, 2023) VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 001-36459 46-6582016 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission Fil

February 13, 2023 FWP

Free Writing Prospectus

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January 25, 2023 FWP

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December 8, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

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September 6, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

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July 22, 2022 FWP

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June 6, 2022 10-Q

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April 15, 2022 FWP

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April 13, 2022 10-K

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March 30, 2022 FWP

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March 28, 2022 FWP

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March 17, 2022 FWP

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March 8, 2022 FWP

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January 28, 2022 FWP

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December 8, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

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October 22, 2021 FWP

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September 29, 2021 FWP

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September 9, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

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September 7, 2021 FWP

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July 23, 2021 FWP

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July 21, 2021 FWP

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June 7, 2021 10-Q

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May 20, 2021 FWP

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May 14, 2021 FWP

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April 23, 2021 FWP

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April 16, 2021 10-K

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TR

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April 5, 2021 FWP

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January 20, 2021 FWP

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December 8, 2020 10-Q

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD T

December 1, 2020 FWP

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October 16, 2020 FWP

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September 4, 2020 10-Q

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September 4, 2020 EX-10.4.1

Amendment to Marketing Agent Agreement, dated as of July 24, 2020, by and between Merk Investments LLC and Van Eck Securities Corporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4.1 filed with Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ending July 31, 2020 on September 4, 2020)

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July 21, 2020 424B3

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Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) File No. 333-238022 VANECK MERK GOLD TRUST Supplement dated July 21, 2020 to Prospectus dated May 19, 2020 This supplement updates the prospectus, dated May 19, 2020 (the Prospectus), for the VanEck Merk Gold Trust (Trust). The supplement should be read in its entirety and kept together with the Prospectus for future reference. Capitalized terms and certain other t

July 21, 2020 FWP

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June 5, 2020 10-Q

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TRU

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May 19, 2020 424B3

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May 15, 2020 CORRESP

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VanEck Merk Gold Trust 2 Hanson Place Brooklyn, NY 11217 VIA EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 Attention: Sonia Bednarowski Re: VanEck Merk Gold Trust Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No.

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April 23, 2020 FWP

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April 10, 2020 10-K

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TR

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December 9, 2019 10-Q

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD T

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September 6, 2019 10-Q

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD TRUS

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June 11, 2019 FWP

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June 7, 2019 10-Q

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April 12, 2019 10-K

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February 15, 2019 SC 13G/A

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February 9, 2019 FWP

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December 7, 2018 10-Q

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-36459 VANECK MERK GOLD T

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September 7, 2018 10-Q

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