VanEck Celebrates 70 Years of Forward-Thinking Investment Strategies

VanEck marks its 70th anniversary with a legacy of identifying transformative opportunities, from international markets to Gold and digital assets. Founded in 1955 by John C. van Eck, the firm pioneered one of the first U.S. mutual funds focused on global investments, challenging conventional wisdom.

Jan van Eck, current CEO, reflects on his father's vision: "He built this firm on the idea that the world is constantly changing, and that by understanding those shifts early, you could create real opportunity for clients." This philosophy proved prescient in 1968 when VanEck launched the first U.S. gold equities fund ahead of the dollar's decoupling from gold.

The firm's history of anticipating macroeconomic inflection points now extends to digital assets, positioning it at the forefront of crypto investment vehicles. Gold's rise from $35/oz to over $3,000/oz underscores the long-term value of VanEck's conviction-based approach.