Gold has long been considered a "safe haven" for investors, especially during times of market volatility. But you don't need a physical vault to own it. One of the most popular ways to gain exposure to gold is through . What is GLD?
: GLD is an Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) designed to track the price of gold bullion.
: Unlike physical gold, which requires storage and insurance, GLD can be bought and sold through a standard brokerage account just like a stock. Why Investors Buy GLD
: If you don't have one, choose a platform that offers commission-free ETF trading.
: Search for the ticker symbol GLD and decide whether to use a "Market" or "Limit" order.