We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. MoneyWatch: Managing Your Money By Kelly Ernst Edited By Matt Richardson Updated on: May 24, 2024 / 2:59 PM EDT / CBS News As an investment, gold is considered a safe-haven asset, which means it can act as a store of value for investors during tough economic times and inflationary periods. That's one reason why so many investors allocate at least a small portion of their portfolios to the precious metal.But gold acting as a safe haven isn't the only reason to invest in it. It also offers a number of advantagesto investors — regardless of the state of the economy. And, between gold bars and coins, gold IRAs and gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and stocks, there are a range of options for investing in the precious metal. But one of the better options for many people is buying tangible physical gold, also known as gold bullion.Gold bars and coins aren't just tan...
