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# Inside ETFs: Why Gold Is An Asset On Its Own

 

 

World Gold Council's Adam Perlaky says gold has a ‘dual nature’ that can benefit a broader asset allocation plan.



 

 

 

 

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World Gold Council Manager of Investment Research Adam Perlaky says gold has a "dual nature" that can benefit a broader asset allocation plan.



 

 

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