Commodity Trading
Commodity trading involves buying and selling raw materials or primary products like gold, oil, wheat, or coffee. It’s a popular investment option because commodities often act as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty.
Types of Commodities
There are two main categories of commodities:
1. Hard Commodities:
Natural resources that are mined or extracted. Examples include:
Soft Commodities:
Agricultural products or livestock. Examples include:
How Does Commodity Trading Work?
Commodity prices are influenced by supply and demand dynamics. Traders can either:
Commodity trading is typically done through futures contracts, which are agreements to buy or sell a commodity at a predetermined price on a specific date.