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Why Gold Still Makes Sense
With gold soaring and market volatility rising, many investors are asking if they’ve missed the boat—or if gold still makes sense as a hedge. Fidelity breaks down gold’s role in a diversified portfolio, how much to allocate, and compares physical gold ETFs to gold miner funds with real-world examples and performance data. Read on »
Commbank Sees $3750 Gold Despite Trump Trade Retreat
As Trump’s erratic policy shifts and USD devaluation push investors toward tangible assets, gold’s dip this week looks more like a pause than a pivot. Commbank’s Vivek Dhar sees potential for $3,750/oz gold by year-end, noting that safe-haven flows are accelerating and central bank buying remains strong. Even amid volatility, the long-term gold bull thesis holds. Read on »
Where Gold Prices Come From
This piece lays out everything you need to know about how the price of gold is derived. It explains the difference between real-time spot prices, futures contracts traded on the COMEX, and the twice-daily London fix by the LBMA. Each plays a vital role in influencing what you’ll pay—or get paid—for physical gold. A must-read for new and seasoned investors alike. Read on »
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