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Gold glitters again as investors seek diversification amid uncertain markets

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Gold has historically been proven to be an effective diversifier, especially in times of geoeconomic upheavals.

Gold has historically been proven to be an effective diversifier, especially in times of geoeconomic upheavals.

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SINGAPORE – Gold is back in vogue. This time, its prized status is driven by a myriad of factors – from banking turmoil to geopolitical tensions, inflation fears and a growing disquiet over the dominance of the American dollar in reserve assets.

While the yellow metal generates no stream of cash flows, it has its place as a strategic asset in a balanced portfolio. From its low last September, gold has rallied 21 per cent as at May 31.

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