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Diversification

Gold Acts as a Diversifier

Historically, when equities go down, gold’s performance goes up. Strengthening your portfolio with gold ensures a hedge against any potential loss incurred on equity investments.

This explains the rush for gold during unstable economic conditions.

US equities, treasuries, and gold as of 31 Dec 2023

Source: Bloomberg, World Gold Council;

Disclaimer

Gold has historically rallied globally in periods of high inflation, outperforming broad-based commodities.