Rare-earth metals, also known as lanthanides, are critical parts of modern life that are often hidden in plain sight. Their name comes from the Greek "lanthanein," which means "hidden." True to form, ...

(Reuters) - Rare earth metals are making headlines as demand rises for products from smartphones to wind turbines, and as governments seek secure supply. Here are some basic facts about them: WHAT ARE ...

Precious metals can diversify a retirement portfolio and offer a hedge against inflation. Investors can add metals through ETFs in a standard IRA or hold physical bullion in a self-directed IRA.

China’s new restrictions on exports of the metals could have an impact on the production of everything from LED lights to fighter jets. By Eli Tan Reporting from San Francisco For years, the Chinese ...