Time to rejig your investments? Here’s why gold is the X-factor between lower and higher-return generating portfolios

The best route to wealth creation is through asset allocation and diversification across asset classes, but the right mix depends on your risk profile and goals. Still, are some combinations better than others? Welcome to TrendMap, your quick, visual guide to the performance of different investment segments. In this edition, we compare seven asset combinations. Portfolios with gold have delivered a notable return boost in recent years, while those with zero gold exposure have consistently ended up at the bottom, says Sameer Bhardwaj.