Since 1971, gold’s return has been similar to equities and outperformed bonds,

In the last 20 years, gold outperformed most major asset classes (see chart).[2]

In the last 20 years, gold’s global investment demand increased by an average of 15% per year.[3]

Through its dual nature as a consumer good and investment, gold has historically preserved its value. Unlike fiat currencies, gold can’t be printed, only mined — this explains in good part why it has consistently outperformed all major fiat currencies.