Silver Rises Over 120% YTD 
Wealthy investors have doubled their allocations to alternative investments over the past year, with more than half planning to own alternatives within 12 months, according to HSBC’s survey of 10,797 investors globally. Gold emerged as the “standout asset class,” with allocations more than doubling from 5% to 11% of portfolios – the largest increase across all asset classes. Physical gold remains popular as a safe haven (41% plan to own it), while 28% expressed interest in digital gold. Younger generations are leading the shift, with Gen Z and Millennials cutting cash holdings from 31% to 17%.
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How Much Gold Do You Need to Buy a House?
How much gold to buy a house? When you price real estate in ounces instead of dollars, the story changes. Over the past 50 years, while home prices soared in dollar terms, the gold required to buy a house has actually declined. This long-term comparison reveals how currency expansion affects purchasing power — and why many investors view gold as a tool for wealth preservation.
March 3, 2026
