Why the sudden Midas touch? Blame it on global uncertainty. But gold, it's not just for pirates and pharaohs anymore! This lustrous metal has been having a moment, shining brighter than a supernova in 2024 but at about $3300 an ounce, have retail investors missed the boat? Howie Lim speaks to the experts to find out.

Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

Highlights:

01:13 Why gold has gained ground

04:26 Have you missed the boat?

08:16 Are there gold alternatives?

11:43 Gold investing strategies

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Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

With Stephanie Leung, chief investment officer, StashAway; Robin Tsui, APAC gold strategist, State Street Global Advisors; and Fan Shaokai, head of Asia-Pacific (ex-China) & global head of Central Banks, World Gold Council

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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