[razorback-bert]

Hmm, do I want gold or Enron, World Com, Global Crossing or hundreds of other failed stocks in the last hundred years.

I am not defending gold, only pointing out investing is not a static endeavor.

[Alter Kaker]

Hmm, do I want gold or Enron, World Com, Global Crossing or hundreds of other failed stocks in the last hundred years.

Agreed, that's why you should have a balanced portfolio. If you do, you'll make money in the long-term, even allowing for your fair share of Worldcoms, and your money will actually be safer than if you invest in gold.