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Gold futures rose on Monday, as the volatile yellow metal benefited from uncertainty overseas.

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Silver falls as much as 13% as the volatility continues in metals

Silver futures fell as much as 13% late Wednesday as volatility in the precious metals complex…

Gold’s back over $5,000 and silver’s surging as well

Gold futures reclaimed the $5,000 level on Wednesday, as the yellow metal was back on vogue…