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Gold prices off their highs. Time to jump in?

Gold prices tumbled 6 percent after hitting a new record in late April. Investors who sense trouble ahead expect gold prices to surge higher. But other precious metals are poised to rise if the recovery strengthens.
$1,506 an ounce: What's behind the rush on gold?

The price of gold has soared almost 32 percent in a year, making it the best of investments. The rise has been fueled by rock-bottom interest rates and inflation fears. Can the good times last?
Fracking for natural gas: EPA hearings bring protests

Fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, is a controversial process for extracting natural gas from shale. Critics of fracking question the environmental and health effects of pumping thousands of gallons of water and chemicals underground.
EPA to natural gas companies: Give details on 'fracking' chemicals

The natural-gas production industry has resisted providing information about fracking or hydraulic fracturing chemicals, which some say have fouled drinking-water wells.
Why atom-size gadgets must shape up

New research shows nanoparticles could replace gold, platinum, and other expensive metals in important devices, shaving off 90 percent of some costs.
The Fed's big rate cut: what impact?

The lowest rates in more than two generations won't end the recession soon, but analysts see many benefits.
Are jobless next to need a bailout?

Obama vows action as jobless rate jumps to 6.5 percent.
Behind big job losses, a tighter credit squeeze

Layoffs are at their highest rate since 2003. A leaner holiday season is more likely.
How $700 billion Paulson-Bernanke plan may help house prices

Economists hope the proposed bailout will boost confidence and end the cycle of falling real estate values.
After a long slide, dollar on the rebound

A stronger US currency reduces inflation pressures, but American exports could run into head winds.
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