Golden Rule: Gold Belongs in Every Investor’s Portfolio
October 14, 2024
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For decades, the traditional investment strategy has centered on a blend of stocks and bonds. While stocks drive growth and bonds provide stability, this conventional mix can overlook a powerful asset that has proven its worth time and again: gold.
In today's world of rising uncertainties—marked by inflation, geopolitical tensions and soaring government debt—relying solely on traditional asset classes might not be sufficient to manage risk effectively. Gold offers a compelling alternative, delivering performance, protection and diversification when investors need it most.
The Case for Gold
Gold has consistently outperformed many other assets during times of economic stress. Its unique properties make it a haven during inflationary periods and a reliable store of value over the long term. As we navigate through an increasingly unpredictable financial landscape, the need for a safe-haven asset like gold has never been clearer.
Allocating even a small portion of your portfolio—whether it’s 5%, 10%, or 20%—to gold can serve as a crucial hedge against market volatility. This independent asset is not just a safeguard; it also enhances your overall investment strategy, allowing you to capture potential upside without the correlation that often exists between stocks and bonds.
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A Timely Opportunity
The recent outperformance of gold highlights its significance in current market conditions. With economic uncertainties looming, now is an opportune time to consider incorporating gold into your portfolio.
In a world that often feels chaotic, gold remains a steadfast option for protecting and growing your wealth. Don't overlook this golden opportunity—make sure your portfolio reflects the strength and stability that gold can provide. After all, when it comes to safeguarding your investments, there's no better time to shine than now!
Golden Rule: Gold Belongs in Every Investor’s Portfolio
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Please note that VanEck may offer investment products that invest in the asset class(es) or industries included in this blog.
This is not an offer to buy or sell, or a recommendation to buy or sell any of the securities, financial instruments or digital assets mentioned herein. The information presented does not involve the rendering of personalized investment, financial, legal, tax advice, or any call to action. Certain statements contained herein may constitute projections, forecasts and other forward-looking statements, which do not reflect actual results, are for illustrative purposes only, are valid as of the date of this communication, and are subject to change without notice. Actual future performance of any assets or industries mentioned are unknown. Information provided by third party sources are believed to be reliable and have not been independently verified for accuracy or completeness and cannot be guaranteed. VanEck does not guarantee the accuracy of third party data. The information herein represents the opinion of the author(s), but not necessarily those of VanEck or its other employees.
Investments in commodities can be very volatile and direct investment in these markets can be very risky, especially for inexperienced investors.
Gold investments are subject to the risks associated with concentrating its assets in the gold industry, which can be significantly affected by international economic, monetary and political developments. Investments in gold may decline in value due to developments specific to the gold industry. Foreign gold security investments involve risks related to adverse political and economic developments unique to a country or a region, currency fluctuations or controls, and the possibility of arbitrary action by foreign governments, or political, economic or social instability. Gold investments are subject to risks associated with investments in U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, commodities and commodity-linked derivatives, commodities and commodity-linked derivatives tax, gold-mining industry, derivatives, emerging market securities, foreign currency transactions, foreign securities, other investment companies, management, market, non-diversification, operational, regulatory, small- and medium-capitalization companies and subsidiary risks.
All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest. As with any investment strategy, there is no guarantee that investment objectives will be met and investors may lose money. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss in a declining market. Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.
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IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES
Please note that VanEck may offer investment products that invest in the asset class(es) or industries included in this blog.
This is not an offer to buy or sell, or a recommendation to buy or sell any of the securities, financial instruments or digital assets mentioned herein. The information presented does not involve the rendering of personalized investment, financial, legal, tax advice, or any call to action. Certain statements contained herein may constitute projections, forecasts and other forward-looking statements, which do not reflect actual results, are for illustrative purposes only, are valid as of the date of this communication, and are subject to change without notice. Actual future performance of any assets or industries mentioned are unknown. Information provided by third party sources are believed to be reliable and have not been independently verified for accuracy or completeness and cannot be guaranteed. VanEck does not guarantee the accuracy of third party data. The information herein represents the opinion of the author(s), but not necessarily those of VanEck or its other employees.
Investments in commodities can be very volatile and direct investment in these markets can be very risky, especially for inexperienced investors.
Gold investments are subject to the risks associated with concentrating its assets in the gold industry, which can be significantly affected by international economic, monetary and political developments. Investments in gold may decline in value due to developments specific to the gold industry. Foreign gold security investments involve risks related to adverse political and economic developments unique to a country or a region, currency fluctuations or controls, and the possibility of arbitrary action by foreign governments, or political, economic or social instability. Gold investments are subject to risks associated with investments in U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, commodities and commodity-linked derivatives, commodities and commodity-linked derivatives tax, gold-mining industry, derivatives, emerging market securities, foreign currency transactions, foreign securities, other investment companies, management, market, non-diversification, operational, regulatory, small- and medium-capitalization companies and subsidiary risks.
All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest. As with any investment strategy, there is no guarantee that investment objectives will be met and investors may lose money. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss in a declining market. Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.
© Van Eck Associates Corporation.