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Some metal prices are finally down, a potential deterrent for catalytic converter thefts
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Ali Budner
Aug 7, 2023
Lower palladium prices might also lead to fewer catalytic converter thefts, which spiked when the metal fetched a premium.
Defunct devices now a treasure trove of precious metals for Britain's Royal Mint
Oct 21, 2021
The Royal Mint is using new technology to extract precious metals from defunct devices.
As precious metals prices soar, so do catalytic converter thefts
by
Dan Kraker
Mar 22, 2021
There's something more valuable than gold attached to the bottom of your car — and it's sparking a crime wave across the country.
There are hidden treasures in our sewage sludge
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Levi Sharpe
Apr 8, 2016
Millions of dollars worth of valuable metals end up being flushed down the drain, some coming from our own bodies.
The oil man who caused a silver craze - and bust
Oct 22, 2014
Nelson Bunker Hunt bought silver as a hedge against the time's raging inflation
Fixing the fix: Price-setting precious metals in London
Aug 8, 2014
After a series of benchmark rigging scandals, London's gold fix looks tarnished.
Demand for metals may be root of South African workers' unrest
Aug 17, 2012
More than 30 people were killed after police in South Africa fired on striking miners. How might the incident impact the nation's mining economy?
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A sure-fire money-maker -- Not!
Mar 6, 2012
Someone in my family plans to invest $300,000 in silver and gold (mostly silver) because he read it's the best place to make money in the next 5 years. Is that correct or is he going to ruin himself??? Please respond!!!! Jessi, Pembroke Pines, FL