> Finally, inflation forces the middle class to invest instead of save, to stay afloat and build up a retirement nest egg. Investments typically must go through

> Finally, inflation forces the middle class to invest instead of save, to stay afloat and build up a retirement nest egg. Investments typically must go through approved channels, e.g. "the stock market" which disproportionately favors the already wealthy, e.g. CEOs, investment managers, hedge funds. If only there was some common investment vehicle, a 'shelter,' if you will, that could shelter you from inflation while simultaneously sheltering you from the elements?