Gold fever breaks, leaving silver linings for singed investors
Last Update Date: 06-10-2026
Published by Mint
Abhishek Kumar's role: Quoted
Abhishek Kumar cautioned investors against getting carried away by market narratives and suggested checking the incentives of those making predictions. He said most people are better off keeping 5–10% of their portfolio in gold, through ETFs or mutual funds unless physical metal is needed.
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The article looks at the sharp fall in gold and silver prices from their January peak after a sentiment-driven rally. It explains the global factors behind the decline, the extra volatility in silver, difficulty selling physical bars, and lessons for investors who chased short-term gains.
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Gold fever breaks, leaving silver linings for singed investors