| Copper is arguably the most useful of industrial metals, as it can be found in a number of household products. Aside from its most evident uses, in wiring and plumbing, copper is a key element in auto parts like brakes and cooling systems, and even the Statue of Liberty, whose brilliant structure is made from over 80 tons of copper.
It seems that today, the only metal investors truly care about is gold, as its volatile price swings and rapid price appreciation in recent years has pushed it into the limelight. But gold’s practical uses are extremely limited, making it more of a speculative investment than one in industry..............................................Full Article: Source
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