Commodities demystified
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Commodities demystified
McGraw-Hill, c2008
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Commodities demystified : a self-teaching guide
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 287-288) and index
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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
Table of Contents
1.Getting Started in Commodities
2.Why invest in commodities
3.All about the risks
4.Key players and participants
5.Understanding the commodity markets and exchanges
6.Fundamental and technical analysis of commodities
7.Futures and options essentials
8.Making money in metals
9.Energizing portfolios with energy fuels
10.Agriculture and livestock
11.Financials and miscellaneous
12.Trading futures contract
13.Buying commodity company stocks
14.Targeting commodity ETFs and index funds
15.Utilizing money managers
16.Commodities trading strategies
17.Leading misconceptions
18.key attributes of commodities
19.Selecting a broker or broker manager
20.Investing and trading commodities online
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