Module VII·Article III·~1 min read
ETF vs Physical Gold
Precious Metals as an Asset Class
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| Ways of Investing | Method | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| ETF (GLD, IAU) | Liquidity, no logistics | "Paper" gold | |
| Physical bars | Real property rights | Spreads, storage, insurance |
Metals as Collateral
In banks in Dubai, you can get up to 85-90% liquidity secured by physical gold (London Good Delivery).
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