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Gold is near a critical turning point – where will it go next?

By Dominic Frisby, 18 May 2012

The price of gold has come off its highs and is now testing a crucial support level. Dominic Frisby looks at where it might go next.

  • How to cope with panicky markets

    By John Stepek, 17 May 2012

    With the eurozone still a mess and China coming down to earth with a bump, markets are starting to lose their heads. But you shouldn't lose yours, says John Stepek. Here, he explains what to do when markets take fright.

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    By James McKeigue, 19 May 2012

    James McKeigue highlights the week's best pieces from the MoneyWeek team, including: the government's big lie; why you shouldn't write off the PC just yet; and how to profit from market turmoil.

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