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

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

Imports rose 5.5% to C$210.96 billion, the highest on record, driven by a surge in gold as the price of the precious metal rose sharply.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 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

Groves kept his promise: the precious metal was all returned to the Treasury, though the last of it was not transferred until 1968.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik