Gold Expected to Rise in 2019, OANDA's Innes Says

The video discusses the rising trend of gold prices, attributing it to the nearing end of the Federal Reserve's rate hike cycle and ongoing market risks. It highlights a potential decoupling of gold from the US dollar and suggests that gold remains a viable hedge against geopolitical and stock market risks. The video also touches on emerging markets in Asia, expressing caution about the Malaysian market due to low oil prices and political instability.

What is the speaker's outlook on equity markets in relation to gold?

What geopolitical risks does the speaker associate with gold as a hedge?