To decide whether the position in gold, the main character must assess its function as a strategic component in any portfolio, as well as the fact that it is time for opportunistic tactical allocation. Factors that should be considered include both supply and demand for gold will depend on the path of real interest rates, inflation expectations, the euro zone debt crisis (and other financial stress), and the international value of the U.S. dollar, among other factors. "Hide
by Francis Warnock Source: Darden School of Business 19 pages. Publication Date: March 14, 2011. Prod. #: UV5645-PDF-ENG
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