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“You can't look at the intrinsic value of gold as you can a business. Gold doesn't give you cash flow, and, at the end of the day, cash flow is what is important. Gold doesn't give you dividends.” quote by Michael Lee-Chin
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“You can't look at the intrinsic value of gold as you can a business. Gold doesn't give you cash flow, and, at the end of the day, cash flow is what is important. Gold doesn't give you dividends.”

Michael Lee-Chin

About This Quote

Source Interview: Investment podcast, 2021

Gold lacks cash flow and dividends, making it less valuable than income‑generating assets for investors.

In simple terms: Gold doesn’t produce cash or dividends.

Key Takeaway

Prefer assets that generate cash flow.

Themes

finance investment asset allocation risk

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

financial investment

When to use this quote

  • stock market
  • real estate
  • business ventures

Key Concepts

cash flow analysis dividend yield portfolio diversification

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is gold a strategic hedge?
  • How does cash flow affect investment decisions?
A Different Perspective

Gold can hedge inflation despite low cash flow.

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