GGN (GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust) EPS (Basic): $2.01 (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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GGN GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources & Income Trust GGN
52 GF Score
Price $5.57
GF Value $17.53
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust EPS (Basic)?

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust GGN +1.62% 52 EPS (Basic) is $2.01 as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates GGN with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.53 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was $1.17. Its basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $2.01.

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's EPS (Diluted) for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was $1.17. Its EPS (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $2.01.

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's EPS without NRI for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was $1.17. Its EPS without NRIearnings per share without non-recurring items for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was 2.01.

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GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust  (AMEX:GGN) EPS (Basic) Explanation

EPS is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.


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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.

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GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust EPS (Basic) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's EPS (Basic) can be seen below:

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* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust EPS (Basic) Chart

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EPS (Basic)
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.28 0.35 0.49 0.29 2.01

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EPS (Basic) Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.28 0.25 0.04 0.84 1.17
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GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust EPS (Basic) Calculation

EPS (Basic) is a rough measurement of the amount of a company's profit that can be allocated to one share of its stock. Basic earnings per share (EPS) do not factor in the dilutive effects on convertible securities.

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's Basic EPS for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Basic EPS (A: Dec. 2025 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(315.03-3.869)/154.806
=2.01

GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's Basic EPS for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Basic EPS (Q: Dec. 2025 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(184.098-1.929)/156.050
=1.17

EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.01

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EPS (Basic) →
What does a EPS (Basic) of $2.01 mean?
GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust (GGN) has a EPS (Basic) of $2.01 as of Dec. 2025. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust and its competitors.
Is GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's EPS (Basic) too high?
GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's current EPS (Basic) is $2.01. Overall, GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's EPS (Basic) compare to FFC and THQ?
GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's EPS (Basic) of $2.01 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EPS (Basic) for an Asset Management company?
A good EPS (Basic) depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, EPS (Basic) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EPS (Basic) mean?
A high EPS (Basic) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust and its competitors. GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's current EPS (Basic) is $2.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust (GGN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.53, compared to a current price of $5.57 — trading 68.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EPS (Basic) is $2.01. GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EPS (Basic) calculated?
EPS (Basic) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust (GGN), the current EPS (Basic) is $2.01 as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust (GGN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $5.57 is trading 68.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $17.53. GuruFocus considers GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for GGN:

  • EPS (Basic): $2.01
  • GF Value™: $17.53 vs. price of $5.57 (68.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the GGN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources &ome Trust Business Description

Other Exchanges GGNpB.PFD:USA
Address One Corporate Center, Rye, NY, USA, 10580-1422
GAMCO Global Gold Natural Resources & Income Trust is a non-diversified closed-end management investment company. Its primary investment objective is to provide a high current income and capital appreciation as its secondary objective. To achieve its objective, the fund may invest the majority of its assets in equity securities of companies principally engaged in the gold and natural resources industries. It also intends to earn income through an option planning of writing (selling) covered call options on equity securities in its portfolio.
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