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The idea behind portfolio diversification is to mitigate risk by allocating your investments among different financial industries, instruments, and other categories. While diversification isn’t guaranteed protection against financial loss, it is a vital component of achieving long-term goals while reducing risk as much as possible. Some investors shy away from managing a diversified portfolio owing …

It takes a lifetime of relentless hard work, a strict saving habit, and a modest living standard to accumulate enough wealth to invest in gold. For some people, owning or investing in gold remains a life-long dream that never reaches fulfillment. But those who’re lucky, must understand the value of their financial standing. For that, it’s …

There’s a saying famous among financial experts: ‘one should never put all of their eggs in a single basket’. Ever wondered why they say that? It’s because when you invest your money in a company (or a commodity), there’s always a risk of losing your investment. Diversification doesn’t prevent losses, but it does minimize the risk. …

Usually when people talk about investing in gold, the first thing that comes to their mind is either gold bar or coins. That’s natural since this is the form in which the majority of the people purchase gold. However, not everyone is comfortable with the idea of storing gold in their home or bank. This …

If you have been involved in the stock market (or in the financial sector for that matter), you must know that the market can fluctuate at any time. One moment, the economy would be rapidly growing and the next thing you know, it all comes crashing down. The 2008 financial crisis is a good example of …

It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when investing in gold commodities for the first time. After all, you are entering an uncharted territory and have no idea what to expect. The gold market can be quite volatile and you want to make sure you do not end up losing your money. The following might help you make …

Ask anyone who has been dealing with precious metals for a long time and they will tell you how previously they had to travel all the way to the local shop to purchase gold and silver. Naturally, the internet has changed all of that. Customers can now purchase all kinds of precious metals from online …

Ever wondered why precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum are so valuable? It’s because they are rare and produced in limited quantities. While ealier these metals were used as currencies and were symbolic of social status, they are still valued the same. If you are planning to invest in precious metals, you’ve made the …