They cannot borrow in credit markets and they depend on exports of commodities like crops or minerals.

VOA: special.2009.03.13

In addition, Islamic finance differs from conventional Western methods by focusing on profit-sharing, with wealth generated through trade and investment in assets, such as property or commodities.

VOA: standard.2010.02.15

Roberts says US farmers in general support the bill before Congress that would open the way for the export of rice and other food commodities to Cuba.

VOA: standard.2010.07.29

Investors still looking for long-term protection against the risks of high inflation in the future might find better value in real estate, such as in investment properties, and in commodities, both of which look cheap compared with their long-term averages.

WSJ: Upside: Looking for Inflation Protection? Take TIPS off Your List

Gold pulled back from its record highs this week when equities fell sharply Thursday, with several analysts at the time citing selling of gold to raise cash to cover losses and margin calls in equities and other commodities that were in a freefall.

FORBES: Analysts Look For More Gains In Gold, Although Some Wary Of Correction

Steel said prices could continue to be under pressure because of end-of-year liquidation and book-squaring by hedge funds and money managers, and weakness in oil and other commodities.

FORBES: METALS OUTLOOK: Gold Prices Could Rise Next Week If Market Holds Support, U.S. Dollar Weakens