From a professioanl business point of view I would advise that as the market is currently so volatile (worldwide) no-one here can advise you on whether to invest in gold or the stock market.
Aside from a worldwide recession looming, oil prices are falling and currencies are moving up and down from hour to hour.
The world of politics doesn’t help – recent US elections, situation in Iceland, Iran, India etc
You must remember that any investment is akin to a gamble and you must be able to afford to lose the invested amount should your investment fall.
Please do not seek the advise from this site, opinions are fine but do not take the advise proffered. We do not know your financial status or your personal details and it would be unwise to advise over the ‘net’