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Why Is Gold Falling While a War Is Raging? 

Why is gold falling while a war rages in the Middle East? Today’s digest breaks down the Iran energy shock driving oil to $115, Powell’s Fed decision, a $39 trillion debt milestone, and the surprising split between retail and institutional gold buyers.

Gold Price Today Holds at $5,000 — What’s Driving It 

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Rising gas prices, shifting gold-silver ratios, and a Federal Reserve caught between inflation and slowdown are sending a clear signal: uncertainty is building again. As energy costs climb and policy clarity fades, investors are increasingly turning to gold as a strategic hedge. Meanwhile, central banks continue quietly accumulating the metal—reinforcing a powerful trend that could define the next phase of this market cycle.

How Gold Performs in Recessions: What History Tells Us 

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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.

Is 25% Gold Your Portfolio Sweet Spot? A Data-Driven Deep Dive

Is 25% Gold Your Portfolio Sweet Spot? A Data-Driven Deep Dive

In our latest video, Alan Hibbard walks you through over a century of market history — complete with live Excel dashboards — to show how gold can simultaneously boost returns and tame volatility. Here’s a closer look at the five most eye-opening takeaways.  1. Why Gold Truly Belongs in Every Portfolio  Gold isn’t just a hedge against inflation or financial panic—it’s a powerful engine for growth. Drawing on fresh research from Goldman Sachs, Alan shows how even a modest slice of gold can improve your risk-adjusted returns. Over rolling 10-year periods, portfolios with 10–25% gold consistently posted higher Sharpe ratios […]

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