Dip in commodity prices is healthy, says Castlestone

Alternatives specialist Castlestone claims the recent dip in commodity prices is a healthy correction after reaching excessive highs.

Managing principal Angus Murray said the asset class should still be an attractive long-term investment and is pleased several commodities are returning to justifiable valuations following massive inflows.

“From a position of investment today, there is a lot less excess in prices and a lot more credibility,” he added.

“It is good to see the prices ironing out and return to their fundamental long-term valuations. Crude has fallen back to $120, which is much better for economy and consumption.”

Castlestone recently launched a Dublin-listed commodity fund, the Aliquot Active Commodity Index (Ucits) vehicle.

For more details see Monday's Investment Week.

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