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While self-funded retirees have never been attracted to physical gold, ETFs and equities are increasingly a different story – and a 28 per cent jump in the price of this precious metal in 2024 has justified their faith.

The unique benefits of a gold allocation are clear, but investors, particularly retirement savers, are missing out on much of the market according to World Gold Council market strategist Joe Cavatoni, who says the metal’s dual role as a consumer good and an investment asset is key to its bright outlook.

Gold has never held strong investment appeal for SMSFs, despite being seen as a hedge against inflation. With the precious metal beginning a so-far volatile 2023 full of steam, SMSFs looking to preserve capital have several reasons to consider incorporating gold into their portfolios.

As the bond sellout continues amid soaring rates, investors will increasingly rotate to gold as a capital preservation asset According to Rush Gold.