Finance & Fury Podcast

Welcome to Finance and Fury, the Say What Wednesday edition. This week’s question comes from Mario. “Loving the podcast on the central banks. I have a question about purchasing gold as part of my investment strategy. My core investment strategy is to invest in high quality stocks that pay a consistent and growing dividend however recently I feel that gold and silver as a hard asset are important. I know Warren Buffet advocates against the purchase of gold given its an unproductive asset and doesn't generate income. I like the idea of having a hard asset that is tangible and acts in direct contrast to my equity portfolio however I know this may come at the opportunity costs of income and growth generated from equities. Do you think holding physical gold or gold in an ETF is a good idea? Why or Why not? Would love to hear your views. “   Today – how gold works in a portfolio for capital preservation – methods of buying it and look at performances in portfolios Allocation as a hedge for a financial meltdown - s