A safe haven switch-up

Geopolitical issues, trade wars and market uncertainty have made 2025 an eventful year for investors. In a bid to navigate the chaos, safe haven assets are being sought after. As tariffs tormented equities, gold lived up to its reputation as a secure asset. But investors confidence in government bonds has been dented, with US Treasuries under scrutiny due to rising yields and economic challenges. Bitcoin has emerged as a potential option for investors, rising during April’s “risk-off” days as investors hedge against stocks and bonds. As a consequence of President Trump’s trade measures, the...