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It’s hard to resist the appeal of gold, which shines so bright and has been a symbol of such riches for individuals and countries since time immemorial. But does it deserve a place in your investment portfolio?
Before deciding whether
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There are many advantages to investing in gold. Gold investments can be used to hedge against inflation – as a store of wealth for centuries; for growth or income; or to diversify an investment portfolio. Each investment avenue has its own risk and