Gold beating stocks and bonds. Plus, can no one beat Buffett’s old edge? 4/8/24

In this episode of ETF Edge, the podcast explores the recent spike in gold prices, fueled by heightened demand from emerging markets, particularly China and India. Central banks are also shifting away from US dollar assets, further boosting gold's appeal as a geopolitical safeguard. The discussion compares the performance of gold ETFs with gold mining ETFs, emphasizing key differences in liquidity and expense ratios. Additionally, the hosts examine the challenges of active investing, highlighting the market's efficiency and advocating for the long-term advantages of low-cost, index-based investments. They also touch on ESG investing and the attraction of "lottery-like" stocks.