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Tuesday, 30th June 2009 (915 views)

Investors have been advised to diversify portfolios and include commodities such as gold in order to protect their assets.

What Investment explained that substantial capital losses were experienced by many people last year.

It noted that experts recommend including gold as part of an asset allocation process, with protecting against inflation being one of the key concerns.

Standard Life Investments suggests those who are entering retirement should buy the precious metal as they look to the medium and long term, the portal added.

"Confidence that inflation will remain low and relatively stable is diminishing. As a result, there is a shift from nominal to real assets," global thematic strategist Frances Hudson was quoted as saying.

Earlier this week, Goldline International urged investors to consider buying gold coins.

President and chief executive Mark Albarian explained that the current economic situation means it is "especially important" for people to learn about diversifying.

 

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