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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) provide a popular alternative to physical gold as they offer a convenient way to gain exposure to gold without the need to hold the asset physically. However, tempering this convenience is the presence of middlemen, trading hours, and fees that can detract from overall returns. With ETFs, investors buy shares representing a quantifiable portion of physical gold, yet they remain dependent on brokers and traditional market hours.
In today's fast-paced crypto markets, the limitations of gold ETFs commonly frustrate enthusiastic investors. The question arises: is there a better way to invest in gold without burdensome intermediaries?