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Could investing in sugar protect you during a downturn?
Sugar has some defensive qualities during economic downturns, but is now the right time to invest in sugar?
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Why are energy bills so expensive in the UK?
Electricity bills in the UK are higher than in any comparable rich country. Some blame the net-zero zealotry of the government for that. What is really to blame for high energy bills?
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A guide to the gold-silver ratio
The gold-silver ratio measures the relative value of gold to silver. But why is the measure useful for investors?
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The mystery of America’s gold and why an audit matters
How much gold does the US actually have? Dominic Frisby explains why it matters
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Where to invest as interest rates fall
We highlight four areas investors could consider as interest rates continue to fall. Should you be bullish or defensive?
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King Coal has not been dethroned yet — should you buy?
The demand for coal is only growing, yet investors don’t seem to want to take advantage of the opportunity, says Rupert Hargreaves
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Gold’s stealthy bull market
Gold's multi-year gains gathered less attention than you’d expect, but that now seems to be changing, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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What does a BP and Shell merger mean for the UK oil industry?
BP’s struggles have made it vulnerable to a takeover. Could it merge with Shell to create a British behemoth?
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Renewable investing: who is paying for the green revolution?
Investors in renewables have not been rewarded, says Bruce Packard. Will they fund the government’s plans?
