New Delhi, Jan. 8 -- As gold and silver continue their record-breaking streak, investors appear to be chasing multi-asset allocation funds, anticipating solid returns from the precious metals.

Silver saw stellar gains in 2025, with prices more than doubling last year, while gold offered a return of 60%. Many mutual fund investors who predominantly invest in equities, felt it was a missed opportunity for them.

Market experts and mutual fund advisors explain that an exposure to gold and silver is critical amid prevailing uncertainty and investors must have both metals in their portfolio.

However, both metals are volatile, more so silver, which has witnessed extreme volatility in the last few weeks, falling by more than 10% in a single da...