| Commodity funds provide good diversification with respect to the stock market. Over the past 5 years, the performances of commodity funds have significantly lagged the S&P 500. The funds UCI, RJI, and USCI have performed well in comparison to peers.
Commodities are "real assets" that run the gamut from oil and precious metals to agriculture. Whether or not this volatile asset class deserves a place in a conservative portfolio is a matter of debate but many financial planners recommend from 3% to 10%, depending on your investment objectives, time horizons, and risk profile..............................................Full Article: Source
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