subject: Gold And Its Current Trends [print this page] The world is changing and so is the way we invest. Gold once considered a little thought of investment, worn mostly in jewelry and kept in vaults Swiss banks is making a comeback and has become the primary investment asset for many individuals and institutions. Wealth protection and capital preservation have taken center stage and Gold is is flourishing once more.
It is easy to forget that for substantial number of years the primary system of exchange was in fact gold. Even when that system was substituted for using paper currencies, those were fully backed by the Gold. Now, as the world is perceived unstable both economically and politically there are may look to restore the old gold standard or some modification of it.
Gold can now be purchased in what many would have considered unthinkable a few years ago, Gold to go, from Germany has seen brisk demand for its Gold ATM machines that are being put in service in Asia, Europe and Middle East.
The crisis in Greece and potential for further economic instability has sparked a new gold rush for those looking for wealth preservation and to maintain their status quo.
Anyone that has studied history knows that fiat currencies have a life cycle of approximately 70 to 80 years when it dies its natural death and is replaced by a new currency. Gold does not have such a cycle and has lasted and survived all currencies, because of its scarcity and perceived value.
Investing in Gold and Silver is a phenomenal idea for wealth protection. But it should be noted aside from the obvious these precious metals aford the added benefit of being a great investments. Since 2000 Gold's value has increased fourfold, at a time when the stock market is at the same value it was ten years ago.
The question ask themselves is, would you like to invest in an asset that provides both wealth protection and potentially great returns and is not subject to currency devaluations? Or would you like to ride on the rollercoaster also known as the stock market and not be sure what tomorrow brings. Additionally, investment in other assets such as stocks not only must they appreciate for you to have a return, but the currency by which they represented by must not maintain its value in order for you to maintain your purchasing power.
It is becoming obvious around the world that individuals and institutions alike are casting their vote to invest in Gold and Silver.
