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Podcast: Retire With Style
Episode: Episode 189: Gold Is Shiny- But Is It Smart?
Description: In this episode of Retire with Style, Wade Pfau and Alex Murguia tackle listener questions on a range of financial topics, including gold’s volatility, alternative investments, and how to measure retirement success. They discuss the realities of investment returns, the impact of recent U.S. bond downgrades, and the importance of understanding risk, using historical data, and maintaining a solid investment strategy in retirement.
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Takeaways
Gold has lower average returns and higher volatility than stocks.
Alternative investments require careful evaluation due to lack of historical data.
Quantifying retirement success rates can provide clearer fin...