Analysts Endorse Dalio's 5-15% Gold Allocation Amid Geopolitical Risks, $110 Oil

A fresh analysis on May 1 validates Ray Dalio's 5-15% gold portfolio recommendation (often 10-15%) as rational amid escalating geopolitical tensions, potential currency devaluation, U.S. debt concerns, and oil surpassing $110/barrel. This follows Dalio's April 30 warning of U.S. stagflation risks—with inflation at 3.3% versus the Fed's 2% target—and Iran conflict pressures, positioning gold as a key diversifier after outperforming the S&P 500 (up ~100% vs. 44% over two years). Central bank buying and choppy 2026 markets bolster the bullish two-to-three-year outlook, with exposure via GLD or PHYS suggested.