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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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The Last Bargains Left in the Oil Sector

The energy sector is not overflowing with bargains, but Marathon Oil (NYSE: MRO) and three ETFs look like the best bets.

Buy Alcoa, Cooper Industries Calls

Buy call options on Alcoa (NYSE: AA), Cooper Industries (NYSE: CBE)

China’s Next Big Export – Inflation

A falling U.S. dollar and surging commodity prices may be nothing new, but this time is different because of China.

5 Oil Stocks to Pump, 5 to Dump

The best oil stocks have a connection to the U.S. market and are also involved in niche industries or have specialized products, while the worst oil stocks are the more traditional companies.

7 Investments That Prove Emerging Markets are Still Hot

Russia delivered a stunning 16.3% return in Q1, while India declined 5.2%, but investors can find opportunities in both.

An ETF to Profit From the Natural Gas Comeback

Natural gas is trading at all-time lows compared to oil and coal, and emerging market demand is growing.

3 Slam-Dunk Commodity ETFs

Food, metals and oil make up this trifecta.

6 Gold and Silver Penny Stocks to Buy

These under-the-radar precious metals investments could offer a lot more reward for a bit more risk.

Monsanto Options are Roundup Ready

Call options on ag giant Monsanto (NYSE: MON) should rise after earnings report.

Will Crude Oil Prices Move Up or Down in April?

Crude oil prices are volatile now amid major fluctuations in supply and demand. But what does April hold for crude oil prices?

Mining Stock on the Rebound

After pulling back to its near-term trendline, Coeur d'Alene Mines Corporation (NYSE: CDE) is now rebounding.

Rare Earth Stocks – How to Invest in Minerals & Metals Miners

Rare earth metal stocks like Avalon AMEX:AVL and Molycorp NYSE:MCP may be the next big companies for investments.

5 Global Inflation ETFs to Buy Now

These exchange-traded funds (ETFs) should benefit from the current global inflation and an increase in interest rates.

Find Another Pot of Gold in GLD

If the SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE: GLD) breaks above the recent high at just above $139, expect a quick pop to $150.

Rising Oil Prices Helping Ag Stocks?

Rising oil prices will cause fuel costs to increase, but will also help ethanol producers' margins. Buy any dips in agriculture stocks.

4 Stocks Heating Up in 2011

The stocks on this list are all benefiting from strong global trends, and I expect them to really explode this year.

Stocks to Buy for 7 Demographic Mega-Trends

Stock market investing and demographics go hand in hand. Find out how expensive crude oil prices, soaring gold price inflation and other trends affect your stocks.

Unconventional Ways to Trade the Oil Panic

Call options on the U.S. Oil Fund (NYSE: USO) have paid off handsomely. Here's what to do next.

Economic Recovery Trumps Oil Worries

Positive domestic economic news overpowered growing chaos in Libya.