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Commodity stocks are companies that produce basic goods often used as inputs in other products. A subsector of the wider materials industry, commodities include oil, gold, and other basic metals. Commodity trading is a historic industry, dating back to the trade of spices and silk. For these reasons, commodities are considered relatively stable, with some even viewing the sector as a hedge against

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Go Sand-Combing for Big Dividends & Returns

Frac-sand demand is surging in North America. Stocks like HCLP, EMES and SLCA represent huge opportunities for investors, in both dividends and growth.

CIE – A Big Energy Stock Bargain Is Brewing

A big recent drop in Cobalt International Energy has opened up a big opportunity for more adventurous investors. Here's why you should buy CIE stock.

Buy Oil Stocks on the Iranian Nuclear Deal

Crude oil and energy stocks fell hard on the news of the agreement. However, that's a prime buying opportunity for long-term investors.

Buy Weyerhaeuser to Profit on Tri Pointe Deal

The recent deal between timber REIT Weyerhaeuser & Tri Pointe Homes will lead to big benefits for shareholders of each firm.

Are Coal Stocks Crazy Investments?

The coal mining sector is pretty down. Unfortunately, even more pain could be ahead for coal stocks like ACI, BTU and CLF.

The 5 Best Commodity ETF Investments

If you're looking for a commodity ETF, here are five funds -- a gold ETF, a silver ETF, a copper ETF, a platinum ETF and a catch-all -- to consider.

Upgrade Sends AK Steel Stock Aloft

AK Steel stock has shown relative strength for some time, and Monday's upgrade led to a good break higher in AKS. Better still: Momentum favors more upside.

CLF – Will Earnings Turn Cliffs Stock Around?

If improved prices in iron ore and coking coal make a big dent in the Cliffs earnings report this Thursday, expect the beginning of a CLF stock renaissance.

5 Broad Ways to Play the Upcoming Commodities Rally

Commodities have taken a beating in 2013, but the sector is expected to increase earnings next year, and stocks are sitting at bargain stock prices.

5 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Portfolio

If you’re worried about inflation as we approach 2014, consider the following investments -- many of which you can easily make via ETFs.

The Top 10 Stock Charts to Watch in October

Put these 10 companies on your watch list for October: Their stock charts indicate that big moves could be on the way.

Only a Break of This Level Would Favor the Bears

Traders should stay the trend until a clearly visible bearish reversal appears.

How to Play a Shaky Energy Sector in the Second Half

Energy prices and stocks got beaten down in recent months and the coming quarter may not provide any relief. Still, uncertainty could mean a buying opportunity.

Will Oil Prices Break $100?

The string of higher lows for oil proxy U.S. Oil Fund bodes well for the commodity to have a shot at hitting the $100/barrel level, though it's hardly a sure thing.

Halftime Report for Global Markets: Who’s Hot, Who’s Not

Worried about the S&P 500's recent volatility? Well, if you look at the prospects of the rest of the world's stock markets, America might be the 'least bad' option.

Learn From a Legend With ‘Street Smarts’ — Summer Reading

Jim Rogers' latest book is, in a way, a rare chance to chat with an investing legend ... and a chance you shouldn't miss.

Snag These Agriculture ETFs While You Can

Floundering commodity prices have given investors an opportunity to load up on ag-based futures before the summer harvest. But it won't last long.

Perk Up! Coffee’s Starting to Brew Big Profits

J.M. Smucker just announced a java-fueled boost in its earnings thanks to tanking bean prices -- news that bodes well for stocks like SBUX and DNKN.

Is Alcoa Really ‘Junk’?

Moody's view of Alcoa's debt load shouldn't sway investors away from this potential aluminum value play.