CurrencyShares British Pound Sterling Trust (FXB)

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Fund Description

The investment seeks to track the price of the British Pound Sterling, net of trust expenses. The fund seeks to reflect the price of the British Pound Sterling. The sponsor believes that, for many investors, the shares represent a cost-effective investment relative to traditional means of investing in the foreign exchange market.

Fund Snapshot Updated 05.20.2013

Previous Close Expense Ratio 0.40%
YTD Return 6.2% Avg. 30-Day Volume 35,374
1-Year Return 4.0% Market Cap Loading...
Bid $150.70 Shares Outstanding 600,000
Ask $150.72 Dividends $0.00
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