Commodities Demystified

Confused about commodities? Consult this essential resource

Oil, rice, corn, the Euro--commodities these days are hot, and they're getting hotter. This engaging and thorough guide covers all the basics you'll need to profit from today's most active investment classes.

Commodities Demystified takes you straight to the heart of the subject, beginning with a discussion on the basic elements of the commodities market. It then introduces you to the various available commodities and investment options, including exchange-traded instruments, futures, and options, and explains the correlation between inflation and commodity prices. Finally, each chapter ends with a quick-review quiz enabling you to test your knowledge.

Designed to provide a thorough education without overwhelming you with complexities and mystifying jargon, this self-teaching guide is exactly what you need to successfully identify and trade commodities in today's market.

This confusion-busting guide covers:

• The fundamentals of the commodities market
• Different commodity classes and subclasses
• Finding a reputable commodities broker
• How to make online trades
• Strategies for minimizing risk and maximizing profits

Scott Paul Frush, CFA, CFP is an accomplished financial advisor, financial writer, publisher of the Journal of Asset Allocation, and consultant on asset allocation topics.