With negative real interest rates, worldwide currency debasement, and inflation being the real threat ultimately, gold still remains attractive.

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He cited potential for inflation, currency debasement and a re-heightening of crises such as U.S. and European debt issues, although he concedes gold has lost some of its allure for now as many investors instead turn to the surging stock market.

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