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Liquid ETF but still solid gold

What is liquidity and why is it important for investors? Liquidity refers to the ability in which assets can be bought and sold quickly. When it comes to ETFs, one of the most important benefits is the liquidity, enabling investors to purchase and sell ETF units at any point throughout the trading day. When markets are volatile, investors don’t want to be constrained by illiquid assets, which makes gold ETFs a good investment.

Gold remains solid as bitcoin melts

The price of bitcoin crashed in May and has struggled to make headway since.

Benefits of holding gold in Australian dollars

Does it matter what currency you buy gold in? While long-run returns and the role that gold can play in a portfolio tend to be similar irrespective of the currency here's some things to watch out for.

Gold or bitcoin – which one is the better investment?

It’s hard to think of an asset class that has generated more buzz in the last decade than bitcoin. Gold or bitcoin – which one is the better investment?

Will rate hikes propel gold to all-time highs?

Since peaking in August 2020, gold prices have been in a corrective pattern, falling by around 15% to trade just below USD 1,800 per troy ounce (oz) at the end of January 2022.

The return of inflation: Why gold is one of the highest performing asset classes investors can own

In Australia, the move towards gold continues to be driven by SMSF trustees, who are increasingly holding allocations to the precious metal in their portfolios.

Why gold isn’t just a boomer investment

When people think of gold, they often assume it’s a “Boomer” investment. Here's why millennial Australians are now also turning to gold.

Diversify or let your winners run? How to encourage your portfolio to bloom

Diversify or let your winners run? There is no shortage of investment information and tips for investors looking to grow their portfolio.

What to look for when choosing a gold ETF

Gold ETFs are increasingly popular among precious metal investors. Here are 10 critical questions advisors should ask before recommending the best gold ETF solution for each client.

How should SMSF trustees invest in gold?

Precious metals were at the forefront of investors’ minds in 2020, as the fallout from the COVID-19 crisis saw the price of gold rise by more than 20%, with investment demand soaring.