Why gold, steel and cocoa are winning investors' attention

Gold’s performance is closely tied to the US dollar and inflation expectations.

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Commodities in most cases are always on the fringes of most individual investment portfolios. It is often overshadowed by the booming equity markets, rising property values and attractive yields in fixed income. They were often viewed as niche for institutional investors and traders.

However, as global uncertainty resurfaces majorly caused by things like inflation risks, geopolitical tensions and shifting monetary policy, commodities are seen commanding investor attention.

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