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    What is a safe-haven asset?

    Short answer

    An investment expected to hold or gain value when markets are stressed. Classic examples: US Treasuries, gold, the Swiss franc, the US dollar.

    Why it matters

    Safe havens smooth out portfolio swings and give you cash to buy risky assets after crashes.

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