Valuable naturally occurring metallic elements that are rare and have high economic value.
Precious metals are highly sought-after elements, primarily gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, due to their rarity, intrinsic value, and historical use as a store of wealth. They are often traded as investment vehicles, used in jewelry, and applied in various industrial and technological applications, with their market prices influenced by global economic conditions, inflation expectations, and geopolitical stability.