Is Gold Still a Strategic Asset for Your Portfolio?

Gold is 16% off its all-time high but up 42% year-over-year. The 60/40 portfolio is broken, central banks bought 863 tonnes in 2025, and Goldman Sachs targets $5,400. The strategic case hasn’t weakened — it’s grown stronger.

87% Dollar Devaluation Since 1971: Why Central Banks Keep Buying Gold 

Since the Nixon Shock in 1971, the U.S. dollar has lost roughly 87% of its purchasing power, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI data. Meanwhile, central banks have been net buyers of gold for 16 consecutive years. Here’s what the data shows — and what individual investors can learn from it.

Gold Prices and Real Interest Rates: What Every Investor Must Know 

Real interest rates — not headlines — drive gold prices. When real yields fall, gold rises. When they rise, gold faces headwinds. Learn how to read the 10-year TIPS yield, breakeven inflation rate, and Fed rate expectations to anticipate gold’s next move and align your precious metals allocation accordingly.

Fewer Losses, Better Returns: How Gold and Silver Diversify Your Portfolio 

Gold and silver have long been trusted tools for protecting wealth. Discover the role precious metals play in portfolio diversification, inflation hedging, and safeguarding your financial future during economic uncertainty.

Is Gold in a Bubble? What Kiyosaki’s $35K Forecast Tells Us 

Gold has surged past $5,000 an ounce — but is it a bubble or a bull market? We break down what’s driving prices, evaluate Robert Kiyosaki’s dramatic $35,000 forecast, and explain what investors should actually do with their precious metals allocation right now.

Gold IRA vs Physical Gold: Which is Best for Your Portfolio? 

Choosing between a Gold IRA and physical gold ownership? Understanding the key differences in tax treatment, storage requirements, costs, and liquidity is essential for making the right investment decision. A Gold IRA offers tax-deferred growth and professional storage within a retirement framework, while physical gold provides immediate control and access without age restrictions. Discover which option—or combination of both—aligns with your financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment timeline to build a resilient precious metals strategy.

How Gold Performs in Recessions: What History Tells Us 

Gold has a centuries-long reputation as a safe haven during economic turmoil — but does the historical data back it up? From the Great Depression to the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 recession, gold has consistently preserved wealth when equity markets faltered. This article examines the data behind gold’s recession performance, compares it against stocks across major downturns, and explains what history tells us about using gold as a portfolio hedge before the next recession arrives.

Gold vs Inflation: What 100 Years of Data Shows 

Gold has outlasted every currency it has ever been compared to. But does 100 years of data actually prove it’s a reliable inflation hedge? We break down the key periods — from the Nixon Shock to the 2024 all-time highs — to show exactly when gold shines, when it struggles, and what that means for your portfolio today.

How to Buy Gold: A Beginner’s Guide for Investors 

Wondering how to buy gold in today’s volatile market? Gold and silver are climbing again as inflation, war-driven supply shocks, and economic uncertainty push investors toward precious metals for protection.

How Government Debt Affects Gold and Silver

As government debt reaches record levels, gold and silver are emerging as critical hedges against inflation, currency devaluation, and declining confidence in sovereign financial systems. This article breaks down the key mechanisms linking national debt to precious metals prices, explores a decade of historical performance data, and provides actionable portfolio allocation strategies for investors looking to protect their wealth in an era of fiscal excess.