Investing in Commodities For Dummies
Learn to:
- Break into the commodities market
- Diversify your portfolio
- Minimize risk and maximize rewards
- Start trading and making informed decisions
Get the straight scoop on commodities!
Commodities markets can be complex, but this friendly guide gives you all the information you need in plain English, showing you what commodities are and how they can benefit your investment plan. You'll learn to analyze the market, measure risk, and make wise decisions about your investments.
- Get the facts — explore the specifics of futures, equity markets, managed funds, and physical commodity purchases
- Boost your energy — explore investment opportunities in crude oil, natural gas, renewable and alternative energy sources, and energy companies
- There's gold, and more — learn what to look for in gold, silver, platinum, steel, aluminum, copper, and other metal markets as well as mining companies
- Plan your approach — examine your investment goals and look at the best ways to include commodities in your portfolio
Open the book and find:
- How to track commodity indexes
- Translations of commodities terms
- What to consider when planning your portfolio
- Alerts to protect amateur investors
- Advice on investment analysis
- Tips on choosing managers, brokers, and accounts
- Ten great market indicators