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Gold, Cars, or Crypto? Comparing the Top Inflation Hedges of 2025
When inflation heats up, where do smart investors turn? In 2025, gold, crypto, and collector cars are three of the top contenders—but only one is stealing the spotlight.
This article covers:
- Historical performance of gold, crypto, and collector cars during inflation
- Pros and cons of each inflation hedges
- Why collector cars have surged past other assets
- The appeal of real-world assets for portfolio diversification
- How platforms like MCQ Markets make access easier than ever
Inflation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s back, and it’s biting. While central banks wrestle with rising prices, investors are looking for places to park their wealth that won’t melt under pressure.
Historically, gold has been the go-to inflation hedge. Its scarcity and tangibility have made it a safe haven for centuries. But while gold remains solid, its 10-year return sits around 50%—respectable, but no longer market-defining (MacroTrends).
Historically, gold has been the go-to inflation hedge. Its scarcity and tangibility have made it a safe haven for centuries. But while gold remains solid, its 10-year return sits around 50%—respectable, but no longer market-defining (MacroTrends).
Then came crypto.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and meme coins like Doge turned heads as speculative hedges. But with high volatility and regulatory pressure, crypto is still a rollercoaster. Since its 2021 highs, Bitcoin is down over 30%, with frequent swings of 10–20% in a single day (CoinMarketCap).
Now? There’s a new contender stepping into the ring.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and meme coins like Doge turned heads as speculative hedges. But with high volatility and regulatory pressure, crypto is still a rollercoaster. Since its 2021 highs, Bitcoin is down over 30%, with frequent swings of 10–20% in a single day (CoinMarketCap).
Now? There’s a new contender stepping into the ring.
Luxury and collector cars.
According to Knight Frank’s Wealth Report, collector cars appreciated by 185% over the past decade—outpacing both gold and crypto. These are real assets, with finite supply, strong demand, and intrinsic appeal. Think Ferrari F40s, Porsche 959s, and the ultra-rare Lexus LFA.
At MCQ Markets, we’re democratizing access to these assets. With fractional ownership starting at $20 per share, you can co-invest in investment-grade vehicles that aren’t just cool to look at—they’ve historically weathered economic storms.
According to Knight Frank’s Wealth Report, collector cars appreciated by 185% over the past decade—outpacing both gold and crypto. These are real assets, with finite supply, strong demand, and intrinsic appeal. Think Ferrari F40s, Porsche 959s, and the ultra-rare Lexus LFA.
At MCQ Markets, we’re democratizing access to these assets. With fractional ownership starting at $20 per share, you can co-invest in investment-grade vehicles that aren’t just cool to look at—they’ve historically weathered economic storms.
So… gold glitters. Crypto pops. But cars?
They grow, quietly and steadily.
In a year where inflation still looms, collector cars are proving they’re more than just passion purchases—they’re powerful portfolio additions.
They grow, quietly and steadily.
In a year where inflation still looms, collector cars are proving they’re more than just passion purchases—they’re powerful portfolio additions.
