What is the main reason for this Form 8-K filing?

The primary reason for this filing is to announce the decision by the sponsor of iShares Gold Trust (IAU) to transfer the listing of IAU shares from NYSE Alternext U.S. LLC to the NYSE Arca Marketplace.

How does this change affect my investment in IAU?

This change primarily affects where your IAU shares are traded. The trust's objective of tracking the price of gold remains the same. The move to NYSE Arca Marketplace may offer benefits such as increased liquidity and broader investor access.

When will this listing transfer take effect?

While the filing is dated November 21, 2008, and the press release is also dated November 21, 2008, the exact date of the delisting from NYSE Alternext and the commencement of trading on NYSE Arca is not explicitly stated but would be imminent.

Who made the decision to move the listing?

The decision was made by Barclays Global Investors International, Inc., which is the sponsor of the iShares Gold Trust (IAU).

IAU 8-K: Securities & Listing

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from iShares Gold Trust (IAU) on November 21, 2008, primarily announces a significant change in the trading venue for its shares. The sponsor, Barclays Global Investors International, Inc., has decided to delist IAU from NYSE Alternext U.S. LLC and list it on the NYSE Arca Marketplace. This move indicates a strategic decision to transfer the trust's listing to a more prominent and potentially liquid exchange. Investors in IAU should note this change in listing primarily affects where the shares are traded, not the underlying asset (gold) or the trust's structure. The transition to NYSE Arca Marketplace, a well-established exchange for exchange-traded products, could potentially enhance visibility and trading efficiency for IAU shares.

Key Highlights

1IAU shares will be withdrawn from listing on NYSE Alternext U.S. LLC.
2IAU shares will be listed for trading on the NYSE Arca Marketplace.
3The change in listing venue was announced by the sponsor, Barclays Global Investors International, Inc.
4The effective date of the listing transfer is implied by the press release date of November 21, 2008.
5This is a change in trading venue, not a change in the IAU trust's investment objective or structure.

ISHARES GOLD TRUST 8-K Report, Listing Notice (Nov 21, 2008)

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