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Oil is pushing $110 per barrel. Gold is at a nominal, all-time high near $1450 an ounce. And the iShares Silver Trust (SLV) has rocketed from $17 to $38.5 in 7 short months. For these reasons, and for a variety of concerns regarding Resource-Related ETFs, many believe that a caution flag needs to be raised.

On Wednesday, April 6th, we wonder if “Ag ETFs” may be an inflation-fighting alternative. Indeed, rising inflation around the world could drive PowerShares DB Agriculture (DBA) and Van Eck Global’s Agribusiness ETF (MOO) to loftier heights.

Agriculture ETFs – A Viable Option For Investors - Rani Chopra
Investors Buy ETFs To Hedge Inflation - Laurent Kssis, IFA Online
3 Low-Risk ETFs To Ride Out A Volatile Spring - The Sizemore Letter  

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Tags | Agriculture ETFs, ETF Investing, Inflation ETFs