In trading on Wednesday, precious metals shares were relative leaders, up on the day by about 4.9%. Leading the group were shares of Harmony Gold Mining, up about 12.5% and shares of Platinum Group Metals up about 11% on the day.

Also showing relative strength are department stores shares, up on the day by about 1.1% as a group, led by Kohls, trading up by about 6.2% and Ollies Bargain Outlet Holdings, trading up by about 5.4% on Wednesday.

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