Silver Rises Over 120% YTD 
Commodity giant Trafigura is expanding into gold and silver trading, hiring three experienced traders from MKS Pamp and OCIM to strengthen its presence in the sector. The new desk will handle doré, semi-processed bars refined into bullion, and could eventually push Trafigura into the bullion market traditionally dominated by major banks. The move comes as gold prices hover above $3,500 an ounce and silver climbs more than 30% this year, offering strong profit potential. By diversifying into precious metals, Trafigura is looking to offset competitive pressures in copper and aluminum while tapping into a growing but tightly controlled global gold and silver trade.
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Gold Purity Explained: What Investors Need to Know
Not all gold is created equal. The karat on a jewelry piece and the fineness on a bullion coin are measuring the same thing — but they mean something very different for investors. Here’s how to read gold purity the right way before you buy.
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