Gold vs the S&P 500
Gold is a non-yielding store of value often held as a hedge; the S&P 500 is a broad basket of profit-generating companies that has historically compounded faster over the long run. Comparing them shows the classic trade-off between a defensive asset and equity growth. Note: our gold price history is monthly, so this comparison uses monthly data.
Short ranges are hidden because one asset (gold) has monthly history only.
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For education only. Money Masters does not give investment advice or recommendations, and nothing here is a suggestion to buy or sell any asset. Figures use real historical prices and exclude dividends, fees, and taxes. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Frequently asked questions
Does gold beat the stock market?
Over most long horizons the S&P 500 has outpaced gold, though gold can outperform during specific inflationary or high-stress periods. The figures above show each window you select. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Why is the gold comparison monthly?
Our long-run gold series comes from the monthly London fix, so gold-based comparisons are shown at monthly resolution. We do not invent daily gold prices to fill the gap.