Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Bitcoin is surging as an inflation hedge, but don't count out gold either

Inflation concerns have led to more volatility in the stock and bond markets of late. That should be good news for gold, a tangible asset with a limited supply that often does well in times of inflation. Central banks can always print more money. Miners can't just magically create more gold.
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Bitcoin is surging as an inflation hedge, but don't count out gold either
Inflation concerns have led to more volatility in the stock and bond markets of late. That should be good news for gold, a tangible asset with a limited supply that often does well in times of inflation. Central banks can always print more money. Miners can't just magically create more gold. Read more »
 
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