Nairobi, Feb. 2 -- Commodities in most cases are always on the fringes of most individual investment portfolios. It is often overshadowed by the booming equity markets, rising property values and attractive yields in fixed income. They were often viewed as niche for institutional investors and traders.

However, as global uncertainty resurfaces majorly caused by things like inflation risks, geopolitical tensions and shifting monetary policy, commodities are seen commanding investor attention.

This renewed interest, market professionals say is attributed to commodities' offering when it comes to diversification, inflation protection and risk management, especially during periods when the traditional assets face pressure.

According to Ken...