#232 Why investing in commodities such as oil and gold is challenging. What you need to know before you invest. Thanks to New Retirement Planner for sponsoring the episode.For show notes and more information on this episode click here.[0:18] Where do commodities help us in the economic cycle?[2:00] How to interpret the apparent statistical decline in commodities.[5:40] Are master limited partnerships (MLPs) helpful to your portfolio?[8:19] How the energy transition will affect the future of commodity investment.[11:43] Contango and how it affects the performance of your futures contract.[16:20] Looking back at the history of commodities may help in determining their future.[24:29] The benefits of investing in gold as a commodity.[28:11] Traders and psychology are really what determine commodity prices.[30:08] Cash flow should still be the foundation of your portfolio.