New Delhi, Feb. 18 -- With the stock market witnessing bouts of volatility and gold and silver prices swinging amid persisting uncertainties over geopolitical tensions, global interest rate trajectory, and economic growth, retail investors appear to be grappling with a classic question: how to invest?

The prevailing macro conditions amid elevated geopolitical risks have raised questions about where to put their money and what strategy to pursue for gold, equities, or bonds.

Many new retail investors try to figure out what is best for them. However, experts explain that a good portfolio is a mix of different types of asset classes, as they complement each other.

One's investment strategy should be aligned with their risk appetite and fi...