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Why should gold be a part of your portfolio?

Portfolio managers will always suggest increasing the ratio of bonds (risk-free) to stocks if an investor is more risk-averse, and vice versa. "Gold" is a "rule of thumb" for any portfolio, they say, regardless of one's level of risk aversion. Exc..

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The Secrets Behind Gold’s Connection to Feasts

April 4, 2024

Ever wondered why we always feel accomplished, or contained when we see the color Gold? In history Gold built up an establishment, especially in feasts...

Your Guide to Calculating Gold Zakat

March 28, 2024

Gold Zakat is considered one of the frequently asked questions we receive, as it is one of the fundamental Islamic cornerstones mentioned in the Holy Qur’an and Prophet’s ha...

5 Facts Behind Gold’s Value over Centuries

October 25, 2023

Gold is a precious metal with a rich and complex history dating back thousands of years. Besides gold's value, it has been used as currency, jewelry, industrial material, and a safe haven by many civilizations.

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What is BRICS Gold-Backed Currency

September 21, 2023

A group of large emerging economies called “BRICS” recently raised the idea of creating a new currency backed by gold. What is this group? Why did they spark this idea?

Central Banks Shaped Gold Market in 2022

June 1, 2023

Gold demand from global central banks shapes the gold market in 2022. The World Gold Council (WGC) announced that central banks added an enormous 1,136 metric tonnes of gold worth about $70 billion to their reserves.

Gold or Silver: What are the Differences?

February 2, 2023

This article outlines the 4 distinctions when it comes to gold vs silver, placing a special focus on their implications.