Investing in metals and minerals
Industrial, or 'base' metals, include copper, aluminium and steel. Demand for copper in particular is seen as a key indicator of the health of the global economy. There are now several ways for investors to play metal prices.
Recent articles
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(18 May 12)
With Chinese demand drying up, the wheels are coming off the commodities supercycle, says James McKeigue.
(10 May 12)
With China's economy slowing, the decade-long commodity boom is coming to an end. John Stepek explains how to play it.
(26 April 12)
Political risk has increased dramatically in the oil and minerals sector lately, says Tom Bulford. But there's another reason junior miners are suffering - and it's less well-known.