Gold’s glow endures

Amid geopolitical and inflationary pressures, gold continues to act as a way of hedging against uncertainty, pushing its price to record highs. To use the commodity successfully, investors need an understanding of its characteristics and the role it plays in portfolio construction. In the modern era, gold has had a volatile history, causing some investors to question its value. However, central banks are currently using it to diversify away from the US dollar and navigate political shifts, which has aided price rises. Gold has also come under criticism for its mixed returns, but its frequent...