Scott Frush – Commodities Demystified

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Scott Frush – Commodities Demystified

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.

Scott Frush – Hedge Funds Demystified

Find out how to hedge your bets and PROFIT big from HEDGE FUNDS strong Hearing a lot about hedge funds lately but feel like you’re in the weeds when it comes to understanding how they work? Learn all about these highly profitable and largely unregulated funds in Hedge Funds Demystified. Financial expert Scott Frush first explains the basics of hedge funds and how they are different from mutual funds. He then provides you with methods for evaluating hedge funds, strategies for low, moderate, and high-risk investing, and the steps you need to take to incorporate hedge funds into your portfolio. Featuring end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam, this straightforward guide gives you the inside edge for investing in hedge funds. This fast and easy guide offers: Explanations of the risks and benefits of hedge funds. Coverage of event-driven, tactical, relative-value, and hybrid hedge funds. Tips for evaluating hedge funds and building your portfolio. Strategies for selecting the right manager. A review of management tools and tactics including selling short, employing leverage, and trading derivatives. Simple enough for a novice but in-depth enough for a seasoned investor, Hedge Funds Demystified is your shortcut to capitalizing on these profitable funds.