Why investors are drawn to precious metals

There are multiple timely - and timeless - reasons why investors are drawn to precious metals. Here's what to know.

Nvidia is the ‘single most important company’ for investors. These numbers prove why.

Nvidia’s stock packs the ability to take big swings regularly, even as the company’s market cap has swelled enough to garner large weightings in indexes.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

Why investors should be worried about the market’s ‘invincibility syndrome’

Too much optimism means there aren’t many left to buy stocks, says hedge fund manager.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Why investors are sticking with cash as bond yields climb on election jitters

The Federal Reserve likely needs to cut rates to less than 1% to spur notable outflows, or longer-term Treasury yields need to dramatically rise from current levels, says portfolio manager

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Why bond yields are rising and what stock investors should do about that

Bond traders are at it again, pushing Treasury yields higher and signaling the Fed was too heavy-handed when it cut rates last month.

Business - CNBC - October 23

Trump tariffs: Why stock-market investors are underrating impact

Donald Trump’s most unconventional policy proposal is also one he’s been most consistent in promoting: universal tariffs.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Harris Is Searching for Precious Swing Voters

Also, the first sickle cell gene therapy patient left the hospital. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 21

Bull market turns 2. Why fewer Fed rate cuts won’t rattle stock investors.

Even though concerns around a potential reheating of inflation have added to the uncertainty around the Federal Reserve’s interest rate path, it may not stop stocks from going higher, analysts said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 13

Investors may have to wait a week before it’s clear who controls the U.S. House. Here’s why.

While experts have been warning that the winner of the tight presidential contest may not be determined on the night of Nov. 5, there’s also a view that the battle over the U.S. House of ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 22

Why stock investors have been on edge over the prospects of a total sweep for Republicans

A so-called “red wave” sweep of the White House and Congress would most likely make it easier to pass the Republican Party’s agenda, according to market participants.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Stock-market investors have ‘no clear playbook’ for Harris election win. Here’s why.

A victory by Vice President Kamala Harris over Donald Trump next week might leave investors temporarily lost, says a closely followed Wall Street research analyst.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Smash-and-grab for Socceroos as they earn precious point in Japan

Australia eke out 1-1 draw to end hosts run of nine wins An own goal at each end decides World Cup qualifier Just 22 days ago, on the day he was announced as the new coach of the Socceroos, Tony ...

World - The Guardian - October 15

These Ex-SpaceXers Want to Transform 3D Metal Printing

The startup Freeform just raised $14 million to advance its innovative 3D printing system.

Business - Inc. - October 23

Metal Slug Tactics - Ikari Warriors Gameplay

With only a week left until METAL SLUG TACTICS’ launch, we are pleased to bring you 20 minutes of uncut gameplay featuring the Ikari Warriors: Clark, Ralf, and Leona! Metal Slug Tactics will ...

Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday

PBTails Metal Crush Defender Review: Stick Drift, Begone

Are third-party gaming controllers starting to outpace their first-party counterparts from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft?

Tech - Wired - October 17

Metals trader IXM bids to become China’s answer to Glencore

Chief executive Kenny Ives reshapes CMOC-owned firm and expands into lithium trading

World - Financial Times - October 18

Champion cleared of cheating with a metal chestnut at the World Conker Championships

A British chestnut-whacking champion has been cleared of cheating after an investigation into alleged malfeasance at the World Conker Championships

World - ABC News - October 21

Miners are razing forests to meet surging demand for metals and minerals, report says

A report by the World Resources Institute shows that rapidly expanding mining operations are causing widespread destruction of tropical primary rainforests and protected areas, raising carbon ...

World - ABC News - October 23

Ancient coins unearthed by metal detectorists sell for $5.6 million

A trove of more than 2,500 silver coins buried for almost 1,000 years will go on display in British museums after being acquired for the nation.

Reporter hit with metal fragment at Democratic Senate candidate’s shooting range event

A metal fragment hit a local reporter at a Missouri Democratic Senate candidate’s shooting range event Tuesday. Kansas City television reporter Ryan Gamboa was covering Lucas Kunce's event in Holt, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

How a Metal Detector Hobby Turned Up the Chew Valley Hoard in Britain

A pastime in a farmer’s field led to the discovery of Norman-era coins valued at more than $5 million.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Some wildfire suppressants may be unleashing heavy metals into the environment: Study

The widespread use of certain chemical or synthetic fire suppressants may be leading to heavy metal contamination in wildfire-prone areas, a new study has found. Wildland firefighters often ...

Politics - The Hill - 9 hours ago

Knicks big Precious Achiuwa out 2-4 weeks with strained left hamstring

The Knicks were already thin long the frontline.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

'There’s players in there!' Every day is 'bring fans to work' day in Dallas, and some Cowboys don’t approve

Dallas allows fans to rub elbows with players in a way not common among the 31 other NFL teams. Some players believe tours get in the way of championship-building.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Everyone Has a Bad Investor

A deep dive into the impact of toxic investors on company culture and financial health, and strategies to mitigate risks.

Business - Inc. - October 15

For Investors, What if This Time Is Different?

Disregarding politics has worked brilliantly in the United States for a century. But market history offers comfort only up to a point, our columnist says.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

How are investors preparing for the Budget?

Executives are seeking to minimise their exposure ahead of what could be the biggest tax-raising statement for a generation

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

UK Budget as it happened: Rachel Reeves raises tax, spending and borrowing

Taxes rise as chancellor delivers the first Labour budget since 2010

Business - Financial Times - 17 hours ago

Poll: Voters repelled by election denial and overturning Roe — and drawn to economic proposals

Voters are far less likely to back candidates who say former President Donald Trump won the 2020 election or who support the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade, and they are more ...

China’s investors are counting on fiscal stimulus

Recent market rally will peter out without decisive policy action to boost the economy

World - Financial Times - October 16

Donald Trump uses 'Full Metal Jacket' clips to portray his ideal military

Donald Trump is embracing perhaps Hollywood’s most memorable drill sergeant to portray his vision of a hardened military and mock the Biden administration’s embrace of the LGBTQ+ community serving ...

Entertainment - ABC News - October 14

'Everyone flew through the air': Survivors describe Israeli strike on Beirut that killed 18

Lebanese tell BBC their residential building was brought down on top of them, killing 18 including children.

Pennsylvania's top election official fights misinformation in swing state

Mail-in ballot processing rules could lead to a drawn-out vote count in the pivotal swing state of Pennsylvania. Top election official Al Schmidt is urging voter patience.

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