Gold prices have historically surged during market upheavals in the last half-century. The precious metal remains a top pick for investors as they navigate an uncertain macroeconomic backdrop fueled by high US tariffs, an escalating trade war with China, and dynamic changes within the federal government. Gold prices soared to a record high of £2,460
That, together with the fear of a stock-market crash, has prompted a lot of Canadians who never considered owning the precious metal before to wonder whether this age-old asset should be part of their portfolios. After all, Canada’s largest robo-advisor, Wealthsimple, allocates 2.5% of its clients’ accounts to gold—and 10% in its halal portfolios. Should
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Gold has been on a relentless upward trajectory, and it is believed the highly anticipated Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams mark may not be too far off. With central banks continuing to accumulate gold, geopolitical risks persisting, and inflation concerns lingering, the gold rally shows no signs of stopping. Anuj Gupta, Head of Commodities
Gold ingots and coins getty Gold is for War. That is why governments stack it. It’s not because they are going back to bimetallism – it’s because gold is for bullets, tanks and ships when the chips are down. It is the international currency of war. So, it is not a happy moment to watch
Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are currently trading at a premium over their reference prices on exchanges, driven by their tax benefits and attractive coupon rates. With speculation over new issuances in the future, these listed bonds have seen increased demand. By mid-August 2024, the top 15 most liquid SGB series were closing 8% higher than