Gold futures opened at $4,144 per ounce, up 0.4% from the previous day, driven by uncertainty and political discord. President Trump terminated trade talks with Canada after a controversial ad using Ronald Reagan’s voice. White House plans to restrict technology exports to China, escalating tensions. Gold futures have increased by 9.9% in the past month and 51.9% in the past year. Experts recommend gold allocations ranging from 0% to 20% based on investment goals and risk tolerance. Consider factors like financial assets and hard assets when determining your gold allocation. Some experts advocate a 20% gold allocation for wealth protection due to inflation concerns.

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