The prospect of increasing inflation is a big factor in the strength of gold prices, say managers of precious metals funds
It can dampen volatility, but seldom enhances long-term performance
But further price corrections still likely, metals firm says
Precious metal attractive as a tool for medium-term portfolio diversification
Substantially higher bullion prices are inevitable, Barisheff says
The price of gold has hit its highest level in two decades; some see it reaching US$1,000 within three years
Price of precious metals points to fears of rising inflation and non-confidence in both currencies and the economy in general
Gold to be stored at the Royal Canadian Mint
Weak greenback curbs U.S. demand
Index to include international issuers