Global central banks' H1 gold purchases hit record, why should ordinary investors also 'hoard gold'?

In H1 2026, global central banks' gold purchases hit a record high, sparking retail investors' interest in gold. This article analyzes from perspectives of safe-haven attributes, inflation hedging, asset allocation, etc., why individual investors should also consider increasing gold holdings in the current economic environment. Based on the latest World Gold Council report, it interprets gold buying motives and strategies.