precious metal

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Gold rose in early trade amid a slightly weaker dollar that makes the U.S.-dollar denominated precious metal less expensive for potential investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Ongoing central bank purchases continue to provide an important source of structural demand for the precious metal, the market research & fintech strategy manager adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The precious metal tumbled 13% over that same stretch after enjoying a multiyear rally External link that included gains of more than 30% in the past year.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The precious metal also forms part of the central bank’s currency defense war chest, comprising roughly 17% of its forex reserves as of end-March.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

It seemed that the People were almost as fond of the precious metal as humans.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer