precious metal

American  

noun

1. a metal of the gold, silver, or platinum group.

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precious metal British  

noun

1. any of the metals gold, silver, or platinum

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Example Sentences

The odds of lower interest rates despite an uptick in inflation and solid economic growth have bolstered investor demand for the precious metals, writes my colleague Martin Baccardax.

From Barron's

For precious metals, it can come from fears of monetary debasement, or from missing out on gains, or both.

From Barron's

Certainly, some see room for precious metals; gold is often considered a hedge against inflation, though there’s plenty of debate about that.

From MarketWatch

Investors and traders who patiently held on to precious metals this year, which saw a sharp pullback in early April, have been rewarded.

From MarketWatch

Bets on lower Federal Reserve interest rates, despite both the quickening inflation pressures and solid GDP growth data, have added to the allure of precious metals, as has the recent rise in geopolitical risks.

From Barron's