The impact on the standard of living for citizens of Croatia is increasing. Inflation is galloping through global economies, and Croatia is no exception. Every day, fuel and gas, electricity, consumer goods, and food are becoming more expensive…
Inflation is accelerating and breaking records. A strong monthly increase in producer prices of as much as 16% is also driving up consumer prices. The State Bureau of Statistics has announced that inflation on an annual basis is already at 5.5 percent, the highest increase in the last 14 years! These are extremely concerning levels because once prices rise, it is very difficult to lower them.
Inflation reduces the purchasing power of money. For the same amount of money, less and less food, fuel, and other everyday necessities can be purchased. This is true even in less inflationary periods, but it is particularly pronounced in such drastic circumstances of rising prices of goods and services.
Don’t watch your savings melt away – invest it in gold
Citizens who have cash or money in the bank, or those who keep it “under the mattress” at home, are the most affected by inflation. Interest rates on term deposits in banks are almost non-existent, and in addition, taxes are paid on them. As well as on profits generated from investments in mutual funds and stocks. After all, the inflation rate far exceeds savings interest rates. So what should one do with their hard-earned savings?
Profitable savings are still possible. The best protection of assets from depreciation over time is gold. Investing in investment gold is much more profitable than keeping money in the bank or at home. In fact, over the last few decades, the price of gold has increased at an average rate of over 8% per year. Such an increase in value compensates for the negative effects of inflation over time. The purchase of gold bars, coins, and bullion, as well as the income from their sale, are not taxable. Unlike other investment options such as stocks, savings, or real estate investments. Additionally, gold is very liquid – you can quickly sell it for cash if needed.
