Why Is Everybody Gaga for Gold Right Now? | The Informed Investor 19

Episode 19: Is gold worth owning? Many investors are probably asking themselves that question after marveling at gold's recent returns. From January 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, the metal's spot price soared more than 87%, doubling the performance of the S&P 500. Still, strong returns in the past don't tell us what's going to happen in the months and years ahead. So a decision to invest in gold generally comes with additional questions beyond asking about potential rewards. Is gold an inflation hedge? In other words, does it help track unexpected inflation? Alternatively, does it offer the opportunity for gains that exceed inflation? And what about investing in gold as a safe haven—is it a useful way to help protect your portfolio against geopolitical turmoil? Throughout history, gold has fascinated human beings. Its look and feel continue to wow just about anyone. As an investment, gold is frequently touted as a tool with multiple uses. But regardless of the wow factor, the data on gold, especially its volatility, do not necessarily support the metal's alleged ability to protect against inflation, market volatility, or economic downturns. That doesn't mean gold should be ignored as an investment option. It may be appropriate for some investors. But it's essential to understand the risks. In Episode 19 of the "The Informed Investor" podcast with Dimensional's Mark Gochnour, Head of Global Client Services, Wes Crill, PhD, Senior Client Solutions Director, and Jake DeKinder, Head of Client Communications, we go digging for the nuggets about gold that often escape curious investors and discuss what the metal can and can't do for your portfolio. LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE: The "Grumpy Economist" on Growth, Tariffs, and the Fed WITH JOHN COCHRANE Tuesday, November 11, 1 pm CT REGISTER: https://event.webcasts.com/starthere.... The Informed Investor on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCyJr6FFig-h1mA7rVP7Mbk0irFw2wA90 Mark Gochnour on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-gochnour-9a23598a/ Wes Crill on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/wes-crill-77a49417/ Jake DeKinder on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-dekinder-cfa-4105b98/ Learn more at https://www.dimensional.com/ Dimensional does not trade in physical gold assets and therefore may have a conflict of interest in suggesting that it is wise or unwise to do so. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.