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Handelsblatt: How Safe Are Investments in Gold, Bonds, and Foreign Exchange During Crises?

Published March 27, 2026, 17:25
Handelsblatt: How Safe Are Investments in Gold, Bonds, and Foreign Exchange During Crises?

Handelsblatt examines the safety of investments in gold, bonds, and foreign exchange during times of crisis, considering the uncertainty caused by Donald Trump's return to the White House and geopolitical tensions. The analysis is based on the observation that financial markets are reacting strongly to Trump's statements and actions, making the search for safe havens for investors necessary. The Handelsblatt examined the performance of gold, US and Swiss bonds, the US dollar, and the Swiss franc during periods of sharp declines in stock markets, looking back at 14 periods with a more than 20% drop in the Dow Jones over the past 100 years. These periods include major economic crises such as the Great Depression, the 2008 crisis, and the coronavirus pandemic. The analysis aims to determine whether these assets can offer real protection from losses during times of crisis. Predicting the start and end of crises is difficult, but reallocating investments two years before a crisis and liquidating two years later can yield useful conclusions. The results of the analysis show that the safety of traditional safe havens, such as the Swiss franc and the US dollar, is not absolute and depends on the specific conditions of each crisis. Handelsblatt provides detailed data on the performance of each asset in each of the 14 crises, allowing investors to assess the risks and benefits of each choice.