Compared to gold, silver is often overlooked. While silver may lack gold’s astonishing price per ounce (the price of gold rose to over $5,100 in early March), it can be a smart investment. Its lower price makes it more accessible to regular investors and it has seen significant gains in recent years. What’s next for…
Safe-haven precious metals trading is showing few signs of cooling, with gold, silver and platinum extending their gains into Friday’s session. Gold futures rose ~1.6% to trade above the $4,500 level, while silver jumped over 3% amid tight physical markets and strong industrial demand. Platinum also traded near the upper end of its recent range…
Metals have had a record year with recent increases in the prices of gold (GC=F) and silver (SI=F), but there is a third metal that is reaching its own all-time highs. Copper prices have risen more than 35% this year, preparing to post the biggest annual gain since 2009, driven by growing technological demand, supply…
Precious metals are in high demand. Although gold has historically been the primary investment metal, silver, platinum and palladium are quickly becoming popular portfolio diversifiers. Here’s what you need to know about investing in these precious metals, organized into three easy, action-oriented steps. More information: How to start investing: a 6-step guide Precious metals are…
