Thread: Precious Metals
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Old 07-16-2007, 02:55 PM   #3
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A question for the financial guys (or gals) on the board. I was told I should have between five and ten percent of my assets in gold or other precious metals (but preferably gold). Is this sound advice? Ten percent seems like a lot. If it is good advice, what is the best way to accomplish this? Is it better to buy bullion or invest in gold stocks?
That is a pretty standard line for someone who thinks every portfolio should have a hedge against inflation or something really dire happening.
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