precious
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The U.S. naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz is triggering a move back into energy and away from precious metals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
“If this happens then the price of oil could surge to fresh highs, as it would further restrict supplies of precious commodities,” said Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
For the Gulf states that ship their precious hydrocarbons through the Strait, this is a non-starter.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
The cease-fire could boost hopes for interest-rate cuts and halt central bank gold selling, potentially regaining momentum for precious metals.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
“It is precious to me. Just like you are.”
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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