The DCX – The Commodity Index recorded remarkable performance last week, particularly in metals and energy, bringing the index close to its all-time high. This certificate represents the innovative commodity strategy of the Dynamic Commodity Index, which selectively chooses commodities with significant return potential due to global trends or market events.
Special Features of the DCX
The special feature of the DCX is its ability to benefit from both rising and falling prices, making it particularly attractive in volatile markets. The composition of the index is personally adjusted and optimized by commodity expert Carsten Stork, accompanied by regular updates for investors.
Performance of Metals
In detail, individual metals such as Palladium showed significant price increases: Palladium reached a two-year high with a weekly gain of over 12%, driven by geopolitical tensions and trade conflicts, such as U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports. Since Russia and South Africa together account for about 80% of global production, supply chains are vulnerable to political escalations, which strengthens Palladium as a safe haven.
Silver also shone with its highest level in over 13 years (+5.22% weekly gain), also favored by the new U.S. tariff policy and the increased interest in tangible assets in a politically uncertain environment. Institutional investors continue to hold large long positions in the silver market, despite slight hedging.
Relevance for Investors
For private investors, the proximity of the DCX to the all-time high is particularly relevant: the certificate offers a transparent way to invest broadly diversified in commodity-rich segments such as metals and energy. Especially given current global uncertainties and trade conflicts, this can be an attractive investment. However, it should be noted that leveraged products carry risks of total loss.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| DCX Performance | Strong week for metals & energy; close to all-time high |
| Strategy | Dynamic; responds to rising & falling prices; selection based on return potential |
| Important Metals | Palladium (12%+ increase), Silver (13-year high) |
| Influencing Factors | Geopolitical tensions; U.S. tariffs; concentration of production |
| Relevance for Private Investors | Transparent investment with expert support; suitable for diversification in the commodity sector |
These developments clearly demonstrate the potential of the DCX as a tool for participation in current opportunities in the commodity market.