What is the main purpose of this 10-Q/A filing?

This filing is an amendment to the previously submitted 10-Q report for the period ending June 29, 2009. Its primary purpose is to correct or supplement information, in this case, specifically confirming the inclusion of Exhibit 31.1.

Does this filing contain new financial performance information for GLD?

No, this amended filing (10-Q/A) primarily concerns procedural updates related to exhibits. It does not introduce new financial statements or performance metrics for the SPDR Gold Trust.

What does Exhibit 31.1 typically represent?

Exhibit 31.1 typically represents the CEO's and CFO's certifications regarding the accuracy and completeness of the company's financial reports filed with the SEC, as required by Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions.

Should investors be concerned about this amendment?

Generally, no. Amendments to filings like this are common and usually relate to administrative or compliance matters, such as ensuring all required exhibits are correctly listed. It does not signal any underlying financial distress or change in the trust's investment strategy.

GLD 10-Q Quarterly Report Q3 FY2009 — Revenue, Net Income, EPS

Summary

SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) filed an amended 10-Q for the period ending June 29, 2009. This filing primarily concerns amendments related to exhibits, specifically confirming the presence of Exhibit 31.1. For investors in GLD, this report does not contain new financial performance data or significant operational updates. Instead, it serves as a procedural update to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their regulatory filings. Investors should note that the core holdings and objectives of the GLD trust remain unchanged by this amendment.

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Beta

Net Income

$87.94M

EPS (Diluted)

$0.24

Total Assets

$29.05B

Cash & Equivalents

$0.00

Free Cash Flow

$0.00

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Beta

Gross Profit	$4.39M
Operating Expenses	$33.05M
Net Income	$87.94M
EPS (Basic)	$0.24
Shares Outstanding (Basic)	366.12M

Key Highlights

1Filing is an amendment to the 10-Q for the period ending June 29, 2009.
2The amendment specifically addresses Exhibit 31.1, indicating a procedural update rather than new financial disclosures.
3No new material financial performance or operational data is presented in this amended filing.
4Confirms the trust's ongoing compliance with SEC filing requirements.
5Investors should refer to the original 10-Q filing for substantive financial and operational details.

SPDR GOLD TRUST Quarterly Report (Amendment) for Q3 Ended Jun 30, 2009

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