All that glitters is not gold

Over the last couple of months many clients have been asking me about Gold. And for good reason too.

Gold has been attracting a lot of attention recently with its rising value, often seen as a safe haven during uncertain times. But how does it compare to investing in individual stocks?

Stocks can offer impressive long-term growth, yet they come with higher volatility and the risk of sudden market swings (as weve seen in recent months).

Gold, on the other hand, tends to provide steadier appreciation and can help preserve purchasing power during periods of economic uncertainty.

Its important to be careful of magpie syndrome: the tendency to chase shiny opportunities simply because they are catching attention. In investing, this can lead to over-exposure to high-risk assets at the wrong time.

Gold may not outperform stocks in pure returns, but a considered allocation can help balance risk and smooth volatility. A thoughtful, diversified approach is often more rewarding than chasing the next bright idea.