⛏ Gold Reclaims Portfolio Diversifier Status

Gold Reclaims Portfolio Diversifier Status
With globalization retreating and economic blocs forming, gold’s role as a low-correlation, counterparty-free asset is resurging. Central banks, especially in Asia and Latin America, are rapidly expanding reserves, while investors increasingly add gold to portfolios strained by persistent inflation and rising equity-bond correlations, seeking to reduce volatility and macroeconomic exposure. Read on »

Gold Stabilizes Amid Market Volatility
Though gold’s 2025 rally set new records, recent stability reflects improved US dollar performance and moderated recession fears. Analysts expect gold’s near-term range to hold, with investor sentiment balanced between inflation hedging and diversification strategies. The Swiss franc and Japanese yen continue outperforming as complementary hedges during equity market volatility and geopolitical stress. Read on »

Chinese Investors Boost Gold Rally
Gold surged following strong post-holiday demand from Chinese investors, particularly through gold-backed ETFs surpassing 2024 inflows. Despite hedge funds reducing net longs to a 14-month low, Asian retail and central bank buying remain robust. This divergence has supported gold’s 28% year-to-date rally and continues to offset cyclical headwinds. Read on »

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