Commodities

Investments in commodities – raw materials such as oil and gas, precious metals, industrial metals and agricultural products – are another important source of portfolio diversification for many clients. Because commodity investments are closely tied to “real assets” they often react to changing economic fundamentals very differently from traditional financial assets.

Because of their historical tendency to behave in an uncorrelated manner relative to more traditional financial assets, commodities are often used as a strategic hedge, especially in relation to rising inflation.

At Deutsche Bank Private Wealth Management, we offer clients broad guidance as to the individual suitability of an allocation towards commodities, as well as in-depth research, and expertise on implementation vehicles for incorporating commodity exposure into overall portfolios.