Precious metals are rare metals that have high economic value. They’re valuable because they’re scarce, useful for industrial processes, or have investment properties that make them a good store of value. Notable precious metals include gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.
Here’s a guide to investing in precious metals. We’ll cover what they are; the advantages, disadvantages, and risks of investing in them; and some precious metal investments to consider.
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