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- The ongoing Middle East conflict increases market uncertainty, with a Fidelity poll showing 60% of advisers expect higher gold investment if tensions rise.
- Gold prices rose to US$5,311.60 per ounce, signaling its historical reliability as a crisis hedge.
- Experts say gold offers diversification and inflation hedging, especially for those nearing retirement.
- Financial planners urge shock-resistant retirement strategies and advise saving $500,000 to $800,000 for a comfortable retirement in Canada.
