--- title: "Diversification" site: "Monex Precious Metals" domain: "https://www.monex.com/" type: "Post Category" featured_image: "https://www.monex.com/wp-content/uploads/diversification.jpg.webp" last_updated: "June 20, 2026" canonical_url: "https://www.monex.com/category/diversification/" markdown_url: "https://www.monex.com/category/diversification.md" --- # Diversification ![](https://www.monex.com/wp-content/uploads/Artwork-265-4.png.webp) One of the topics covered by modern portfolio theory is portfolio diversification and the importance of having it present throughout your investment portfolio. Investors worldwide also acknowledge that one of the simplest ways to diversify your portfolio is to add precious metals into the mix. Discover why precious metals might be one of the best ways for you to diversify your portfolio in the articles below. ## Posts ### [Are Central Banks set to step up gold buying in the next year?](https://www.monex.com/are-central-banks-set-to-step-up-gold-buying-in-the-next-year/) June 17, 2026 · From World Gold Council in 6/16 gold.org “The World Gold Council’s annual Central Banks Gold Reserves Survey reveals that 89% of reserve managers expect global central bank gold holdings to continue increasing over the next 12 months. With gold recently overtaking US government bonds as the top reserve asset1, the findings point to continued momentum in central bank demand for gold. That more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/are-central-banks-set-to-step-up-gold-buying-in-the-next-year/) ### [Why should you own gold?](https://www.monex.com/why-should-you-own-gold/) September 18, 2025 · From Greg Ip in 9/18 Wall Street Journal “Here are some good reasons not to invest in gold. First, it earns no dividends or interest. Second, you can’t live in it, like real estate. Third, it has doubled in the past few years, so forget about buying at the bottom. Nonetheless, this column is going to explain why a prudent, diversified investor should more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/why-should-you-own-gold/) ### [Is Platinum Getting a Glimmer of Hope?](https://www.monex.com/is-platinum-getting-a-glimmer-of-hope/) May 27, 2025 · From Andrew Bary in 5/24 Barron’s “Platinum prices are starting to rise, and the rally could have legs. It has been a while since it was a precious-metal king. In May 2014, platinum traded for $1,500 an ounce, $200 more than gold. But since then, it has trailed gold. On Thursday, gold was at $3,323 an ounce, and platinum, $1,017. Platinum more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/is-platinum-getting-a-glimmer-of-hope/) ### [Is there a desire to diversify out of dollar assets into gold?](https://www.monex.com/is-there-a-desire-to-diversify-out-of-dollar-assets-into-gold/) April 22, 2025 · From Yihui Xie and Jack Ryan in 4/22 Bloomberg.com “Gold surged past $3,500 an ounce for the first time before paring some gains, as concern that President Donald Trump could fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell triggered a flight from US stocks, bonds and the dollar. Bullion gained as much as 2.2% on Tuesday to briefly touch $3,500, before easing as traders took profits. more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/is-there-a-desire-to-diversify-out-of-dollar-assets-into-gold/) ### [Will Silver glitter like gold?](https://www.monex.com/will-silver-glitter-like-gold/) November 5, 2024 · From Julian Wee in 11/4 UBS.com “Having hit a new all-time high earlier last week, gold continues to be amongst the favorite risk hedges—certainly the favorite in the precious metals space. Year-to-date, gold has risen as much as 35% and demand continues to be robust amid multiple risk events and falling policy rates globally. This month at least, gold seems to more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/will-silver-glitter-like-gold/) ### [What are the 5 investments to beat cash when the Fed cuts rates?](https://www.monex.com/what-are-the-5-investments-to-beat-cash-when-the-fed-cuts-rates/) August 27, 2024 · From Ian Salisbury in 8/27 Barron’s.com “The Fed is getting ready to cut interest rates. For investors, who’ve been keeping record amounts of money on the sidelines, it’s time to consider putting that cash to work. After months of wait-and-see uncertainty, Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell appeared to signal a September interest rate cut was imminent at the Fed’s Jackson Hole more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/what-are-the-5-investments-to-beat-cash-when-the-fed-cuts-rates/) ### [What are 6 simple, low-risk ways to diversify your investment portfolio now?](https://www.monex.com/what-are-6-simple-low-risk-ways-to-diversify-your-investment-portfolio-now/) July 1, 2024 · From Angelica Leicht in 6/26 msn.com “In today’s volatile economic environment, having the wrong asset mix in your investment portfolio can lead to significant losses. After all, everything from market fluctuations to geopolitical tensions, high inflation and other economic uncertainties can drive down the value of your portfolio if you aren’t using the right asset mix to offset risk. A well-diversified more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/what-are-6-simple-low-risk-ways-to-diversify-your-investment-portfolio-now/) ### [Is it time to bet on gold?](https://www.monex.com/is-it-time-to-bet-on-gold/) April 8, 2024 · From Aaron Back in 3/31 Wall Street Journal “ As an investment, gold’s shining moments come and go. It is having one now, and not without reason. There are few subjects in the investing world more contentious than the shiny, yellow metal. Some argue it is an essential holding to guard against inflation. Others see it as little more than a barbarous relic more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/is-it-time-to-bet-on-gold/) ### [What are the 4 signs you should add gold to your portfolio?](https://www.monex.com/what-are-the-4-signs-you-should-add-gold-to-your-portfolio/) January 23, 2024 · From Aly Yale in 1/22 marketwatch.com “Interest in gold has picked up in recent years, thanks to high inflation and geopolitical tensions, which tend to send investors toward safe-haven investments that protect their wealth. In fact, even big-box stores like Costco have begun offering the precious metal. But while gold is certainly a smart move for many investors, it’s not right more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/what-are-the-4-signs-you-should-add-gold-to-your-portfolio/) ### [What are some ways to diversify your portfolio in 2024?](https://www.monex.com/what-are-some-ways-to-diversify-your-portfolio-in-2024/) November 27, 2023 · From Ben Geier in 11/21 cbsnews.com “When building an investment portfolio, it can be tempting to find one asset or asset class you trust and build your entire strategy around that. There’s just one problem with this, though – what if something happens and that asset or class collapses? With all your proverbial eggs in one proverbial basket, you’re left high more... [Read More](https://www.monex.com/what-are-some-ways-to-diversify-your-portfolio-in-2024/)