Physical Gold versus Paper Gold

Buying physical gold is just one method of gaining exposure to gold and silver:By purchasing physical bullion, buying shares in an exchange traded fund (ETF), a traditional fund or mining company, or riskier option such as spread betting, futures or contracts for difference (CFD).

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Gold Pyramid of risk

Which option is best for me?

Each option of exposure to precious metals has its merits. The right choice will depend on your individual objectives. For example, if you have a high appetite for risk, then you may fancy your luck investing in a mining company.Alternatively, if you're looking to actively trade the market, then electronic options such as ETFs will be the most efficient way to achieve the short-term speculation.However, the most powerful benefit offered by gold and silver, is balance and protection.As well as professional traders, regular, everyday people buy gold and silver to REDUCE their overall risk.Electronic and paper options provide investors with exposure to the market, but they also present additional risks. This undermines the value of gold & silver as a crisis hedge, or as portfolio insurance in the first place.Physical gold and silver coins are by far the safest way of providing long-term stability. They present the most secure method of protecting your family's wealth in a tax efficient way.