The second half of 2022 will be challenging for investors, needing to navigate rising interest rates, soaring inflation and geopolitical issues.

The precious metal is firmly placed in its rightful position as a tangible portfolio diversifier and inflation hedge, given the current market situation.

Central banks own over 35,000 metric t of gold, accounting for a fifth of all gold ever mined. What makes gold a valuable asset for so long?

Earlier this month, gold surpassed US$2,000 per ounce, driven by continued concerns about the war in Ukraine and possible consequences for the global economy.

Earlier this month, gold surpassed US$2,000 per ounce, driven by continued concerns about the war in Ukraine and possible consequences for the global economy.

Gold’s unique characteristics as a scarce, highly liquid, and uncorrelated asset show that it can be used as a long-term diversifier. Gold’s position as an investment and a luxury good has allowed it to generate average returns of 11% over the last 50 years