Amid elevated inflation, coupled with economic and geopolitical uncertainty, many investors are turning to safe haven investments to safeguard their portfolios. These assets are believed to be capable of delivering sustained or heightened returns during market downturns or other periods of economic volatility.
However, safe haven assets tend to behave differently throughout various market cycles. And they may not always deliver stronger returns than large-cap stocks. Still, safe-haven assets could add a strong layer of diversification and downside risk to your portfolio.
