Gold is considered a safe-haven asset and, with so much economic uncertainty, it's in high demand.

Bitcoin backers argue that the cryptocurrency should be immune from the inflationary impacts of tariffs or eroding faith in the U.S. dollar. Others are skeptical.

Gold prices are up sharply since the start of the year. Part of that is the market turmoil, pushing investors toward safe havens. But it’s also gotten a lot easier — and cheaper — to invest in gold.

There's a reason equities are doing so well while bond yields crater.