How Effective Is Gold As a Hedge? History Has an Empirical Answer Gold has been a safe haven for literally thousands of years.But how effective is it as a “hedge”?A hedge is an asset that tends to rise when others fall. For example, an investor holding common stocks might find it advantageous to hold some gold too, since it has historically been strong during the worst stock market crashes.But in the big picture, does it really pay to always have some gold in one’s portfolio? « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Powel Says Fed on Track to Cut Interest Rates 3 Times This Year READ MORE Sprott Assures Minimal Market Effect from New Copper Fund READ MORE Fed Officials Suggest Interest Rates May Stay High to Combat Persistent Inflation READ MORE Gold Prices Stable Amid High Rates and Dollar Resurgence READ MORE Sprott CEO Sees Potential for 66% Price Jump READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published.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