Gold: A Timeless Asset That Deserves a Place in Your Portfolio
Gold’s recent performance has caught global attention, but its value runs much deeper than current headlines. Since the U.S. exited the gold standard in 1971, gold has delivered an impressive 8.4% annualized return, nearly matching global equities at 9.2%. Even more striking, since the year 2000, gold has outperformed stocks with annual returns of 10.1% versus 5.9%, based on Bloomberg-derived calculations.
Built-In Diversification for a Volatile World
Gold doesn’t follow the crowd — and that’s a good thing. With an average correlation near zero to equities since 1971, gold has consistently moved independently from the broader markets. This makes it an ideal hedge, particularly during periods when equities falter.
A balanced 50/50 mix of gold and global equities — rebalanced annually — would have outperformed either asset alone over the last five decades, with reduced overall risk.
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Gold Rises When Markets Fall
When markets crumble, gold often climbs. Across seven major stock market crashes since 1970, gold delivered positive returns in six of them, with an average gain of 17%. Only in 2022 did it record a mild decline of 9% — a testament to its resilience in stormy markets.
Our clients at Indigo Precious Metals don’t just ride the wave — they prepare for it. With access to physical gold and a bespoke vaulting system, we help you build that buffer with clarity and confidence from day one.
Gold: The Original Inflation Hedge
In times of excessive money printing, rising government debt, and currency weakening — sound familiar? — gold stands tall as a reliable store of value. Unlike fiat currencies, gold isn’t bound by central bank policy or national deficits.
A Safe Haven in Uncertain Times
Whether it’s the 2008 financial crisis, the pandemic, or the market turmoil of 2025, gold has consistently been a go-to asset when uncertainty reigns. Its ability to retain — and often increase — its value during crises makes it a pillar of financial security.
Indigo Precious Metals is here to help you turn that pattern into portfolio protection. We’ll guide you step-by-step through owning gold with ease.
Final Thought: Make Your Move with Gold
Gold isn’t just about sparkle — it’s about substance, it’s for any time you want certainty. Its historical returns, diversification power, inflation protection, and institutional support make it a rock-solid cornerstone of a smart portfolio.
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