For most Malaysian households, surging global gold prices are more than a tale of market speculation. They act as a financial safeguard, as the value of jewellery and accumulated gold holdings rises, easing household pressures and strengthening family resilience amid the rising cost of living. Gold ownership in Malaysia is not a new phenomenon. It is deeply embedded in household savings and financial management traditions, particularly through inherited jewellery and modest savings set aside for emergencies.
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