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As worries of inflation continue alongside talk of a looming recession, investors might be on the lookout for companies that help combat these portfolio-degrading forces. Though not a relatively stable asset like physical gold , metals and mining companies do expose investors to underlying commodity prices, granting the opportunity for returns greater than the physical commodity, alongside greater risks.
In the Morningstar CPMS Canadian database, there are a whopping 157 metals and mining companies. That said, experienced investors know that companies in this industry are often rife with volatility.