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Gold Stands Apart in Commodities as Distinct Portfolio Asset, Says WGC Strategist

8/19/2026 · Kitco News

Jeremy De Pessemier, asset allocation strategist at the World Gold Council, stresses that gold’s supply-demand dynamics, diversification benefits and resilience across market conditions make it unique among commodities. He recommends treating gold as a distinct portfolio allocation rather than a mere component of broad indexes.

Source: Kitco News