How do yield and income generation differ?

[madmax]

Traditional metals generally provide no yield, except via leasing or lending programs in bullion markets. Tokenized metals can generate income through DeFi protocols, lending, or staking derivatives. However, yield comes with additional smart-contract and liquidity risks that must be actively managed.

[jacson4]

Yield from crypto metals comes through staking or lending, unlike passive gold holdings.

[kelson10]

Income generation varies based on volatility exposure and the underlying token mechanics.