The New Gold Rush: Why Investors Are Flocking to Bullion in a Strong Market Gold has been outperforming the S&P 500 in recent months, defying its traditional role as a hedge against market downturns. This unusual behavior is attributed to bearish bets against a concentrated market, central bank actions, and increased interest from sovereign wealth funds and countries seeking alternative stores of value. Despite its atypical performance, gold remains an attractive investment option due to its diverse appeal beyond traditional hedging purposes, making it a useful tool in investment portfolios. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Central Banks Turn to Gold as Hedge Against U.S. Dollar Dominance READ MORE Gold Prices Dip as Strong Retail Sales Data Reduces Likelihood of Fed Rate Cut READ MORE Here’s How Long It REALLY Takes to Recover From Stock Market Crashes READ MORE Federal Reserve Adopts Scenario Analysis as Inflation Fight Wavers READ MORE Jobless Claims Drop Unexpectedly, Signaling Resilient Labor Market READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment