Sanjay Bembalkar, Head of Equities at Union Asset Management, advises investors to consider gold ETFs for safer, liquid portfolios without emotional ties. In light of geopolitical uncertainties and monetary changes, gold’s negative correlation with equities and debt makes it a valuable long-term strategic asset. Bembalkar suggests a 15-25% gold allocation for retail investors.
US stocks: US market closes down sharply after Fed holds rates unchanged
Wall Street experienced a sharp decline as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. AI-related chip stocks also saw further losses ahead of key earnings reports.
July 29, 2026