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<p>[QUOTE="E Pluribus Unum, post: 2901129, member: 74265"]Just wondering... I bought the one-pound copper bar from an online precious metals vendor as a <b>novelty</b>. But I notice that many of these online vendors sell copper as an "investment." I would not buy copper as an investment (in its <b>physical form</b>) simply because other investments are more profitable and practical. So, I assume that promoting copper as an investment is more of a sales pitch. Here is some info I came across:</p><p><br /></p><p><font size="5"><b>"<i><span style="color: #0000ff">3 Reasons Why Copper Should Be Considered Today</span></i></b></font></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"> Unlike the other precious metals, the demand for copper is primarily driven by industrial needs. Copper is a great conductor of electricity, yet is also a flexible and strong material. It is also attractive because it is resistant to the corrosive process. Just about every industry utilizes the benefits of copper in some way – including computers, smartphones, and tablets. </span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"><br /></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff">Copper is also an important part of our infrastructure. You can find copper in our homes with our plumbing systems, in our power distribution systems, and even in the cables that are used to transmit information from one place to another. Copper has really helped us make the world a much smaller place and it does so without much pomp or circumstance. </span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"><br /></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff">Many investors are given the advice to buy gold and silver because they expect economic stagnation or decline. It is the opposite when it comes to buying copper. Investors are often told to buy copper if they expect economic growth. That's the first reason to consider copper for your portfolio – because you see industrial growth as a potential in the future. </span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"><br /></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff">The second reason is because global copper supplies have been reducing while demand has been increasing. It's been over 100 years since a significant new copper mine was developed, which adds a level of scarcity to this market that other precious metals just don't have. </span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"><br /></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff">Because of this scarcity, we come to the third reason why copper is an investment to think about: diversity. Although diversification can't prevent all losses, having copper as part of a precious metals portfolio can help to make sure your assets are able to withstand difficult times. If you have found copper for sale and it seems like a good price, then do a little research. Look at current copper news and trends. </span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"><br /></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff">Buying copper could be the investment decision that changes everything.</span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"><br /></span></i></p><p><font size="5"><span style="color: #0000ff"><b><i>How Can I Buy Copper Today?</i></b></span></font></p><p><i><span style="color: #0000ff"> The three most common ways to purchase copper today from an investment standpoint is to purchase copper coins, rounds, or bullion. You'll want to look for copper products which have .999 millesimal fineness...</span></i>"</p><p><br /></p><p>Maybe this investment strategy is fine, but I don't agree with buying copper rounds or bars.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="E Pluribus Unum, post: 2901129, member: 74265"]Just wondering... I bought the one-pound copper bar from an online precious metals vendor as a [B]novelty[/B]. But I notice that many of these online vendors sell copper as an "investment." I would not buy copper as an investment (in its [B]physical form[/B]) simply because other investments are more profitable and practical. So, I assume that promoting copper as an investment is more of a sales pitch. Here is some info I came across: [SIZE=5][B]"[I][COLOR=#0000ff]3 Reasons Why Copper Should Be Considered Today[/COLOR][/I][/B][/SIZE] [I][COLOR=#0000ff] Unlike the other precious metals, the demand for copper is primarily driven by industrial needs. Copper is a great conductor of electricity, yet is also a flexible and strong material. It is also attractive because it is resistant to the corrosive process. Just about every industry utilizes the benefits of copper in some way – including computers, smartphones, and tablets. Copper is also an important part of our infrastructure. You can find copper in our homes with our plumbing systems, in our power distribution systems, and even in the cables that are used to transmit information from one place to another. Copper has really helped us make the world a much smaller place and it does so without much pomp or circumstance. Many investors are given the advice to buy gold and silver because they expect economic stagnation or decline. It is the opposite when it comes to buying copper. Investors are often told to buy copper if they expect economic growth. That's the first reason to consider copper for your portfolio – because you see industrial growth as a potential in the future. The second reason is because global copper supplies have been reducing while demand has been increasing. It's been over 100 years since a significant new copper mine was developed, which adds a level of scarcity to this market that other precious metals just don't have. Because of this scarcity, we come to the third reason why copper is an investment to think about: diversity. Although diversification can't prevent all losses, having copper as part of a precious metals portfolio can help to make sure your assets are able to withstand difficult times. If you have found copper for sale and it seems like a good price, then do a little research. Look at current copper news and trends. Buying copper could be the investment decision that changes everything. [/COLOR][/I] [SIZE=5][COLOR=#0000ff][B][I]How Can I Buy Copper Today?[/I][/B][/COLOR][/SIZE] [I][COLOR=#0000ff] The three most common ways to purchase copper today from an investment standpoint is to purchase copper coins, rounds, or bullion. You'll want to look for copper products which have .999 millesimal fineness...[/COLOR][/I]" Maybe this investment strategy is fine, but I don't agree with buying copper rounds or bars.[/QUOTE]
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