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title: "Retirees turn to gold and TIPS amid inflation pressures"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/289629984.md"
description: "Driven by high inflation and economic uncertainty, retirees are increasingly allocating funds to gold and TIPS to safeguard purchasing power. Financial advisors recommend limiting gold exposure to 5–10% of portfolios and utilizing ETFs for cost efficiency. While gold prices remain volatile, sustained inflation could drive values higher, with some forecasts predicting a rise to $5,400 per ounce by 2026."
datetime: "2026-06-12T18:33:38.000Z"
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# Retirees turn to gold and TIPS amid inflation pressures

Inflation fuels demand: High inflation and economic uncertainty are pushing retirees toward gold and TIPS to protect purchasing power. Advisors urge caution: Experts recommend keeping gold to 5–10% of a portfolio and favor ETFs over physical holdings for convenience and cost. Price outlook mixed: Gold has been volatile but could rise if inflation stays high, with some forecasts reaching $5,400 per ounce by 2026.

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