The economist assessed the profitability of investing in gold

Economist Anna Anisimova said that investing in gold should not be considered as a universal solution, since prices for the precious metal can fluctuate under the influence of various external factors.

In conversation with Lenta.Ru On Wednesday, April 23, that one of the important factors in the purchase of precious metal from the population is the psychological component. Thus, the presence of coins or bullion is associated with a feeling of greater security compared to virtual investments.

The value of gold depends on the monetary policy of major central banks and on geopolitical risks. In addition, the margin between the purchase and sale of bullion remains significant. This makes short-term speculation in this segment unprofitable.

According to Anisimova, investing in gold is more justified for those who are looking for a means of long-term protection of savings. This method should not be considered as an opportunity for quick earnings.

"This tool works from a distance and requires not so much active management as a strategic approach: buying during a relative correction and holding during periods of growth," the expert concluded.

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Nevertheless, the return of currency pegging to precious metals is not yet expected.

On April 22, financial analyst Stepan Demura stated that the increase in the price of gold in the world correlates with the massive import of precious metals to the United States and the index of political instability. 360.ru .

On the same day, the price of gold futures again updated its historical maximum, breaking the mark of $ 3,500 per troy ounce. According to the Comex exchange at 06:30 Moscow time, the price of gold rose to $3,500.1 per ounce, writes RT. By 06:35 Moscow time, the price of gold adjusted, the precious metal was trading at $3,495,6 per ounce. Later, prices slowed down, and at 06:45 Moscow time, the metal was trading at $3,499.7, according to NSN. Earlier, the price of gold exceeded $3,350 per troy ounce. On April 16, the price of the precious metal rose to $3,354.9, notes Life.ru .

On April 18, it became known that in 2024, Russians increased spending on gold products with diamonds by 25% compared to 2023. At the same time, the average cost of a typical gold diamond ring increased by 23-28%. Experts noted that this is directly related to the rise in metal prices on the global market.