metal
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That’s in contrast to another stellar month for precious metals, with gold climbing 9% and silver up 36% in December, and another session of record highs seemingly on tap for those commodities Tuesday.
From MarketWatch
That same day, Escobar left the Tyson plant for the last time after 18 years, she said, cheered by teary colleagues who banged meat hooks on metal tables in appreciation.
Precious metals were also pushing ever higher on the back of expectations for more US rate cuts, which makes them more attractive to investors.
From Barron's
Prices for both precious metals closed at new records, bolstered by rising U.S.-Venezuela tensions, which also lifted oil futures for a fourth straight session.
However, while the bond market remains sanguine over inflation risks, precious metals prices are hitting fresh all-time highs.
From Barron's
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