Iron ore: Why this left-for-dead metal could rocket, and 4 easy ways to buy it
The last 60 days have been a brutal stretch for iron investors. As a result of China cutting back on iron ore production as a means of reducing pollution, the iron and steel sectors have both been walloped. Iron ore prices have collapsed about 60% since a record in May. And in less than two months, three of the world's largest ore miners, Rio Tinto, BHP and Vale have lost roughly $110 billion in market value. What can we say? It’s tough being Iron Man. But if you’ve been sniffing around the ore space waiting for the right time to get in, this could be it. China’s restrictions may provide short-term pain for investors, but the planet’s need for iron ore and steel isn’t going away. Here are four iron-related investments that might be worth pouncing on — maybe even with your spare change . 1. Rio Tinto (RIO) Rio Tinto, despite its stock being down almost 30% since the end of July, may be the most intriguing option out there. As one of the world’s largest producers of iron ore, Rio’s...