commodity trading
Liquid Gold: How Tunisia’s Olive Oil Boom is Reshaping its Economy and Global Markets
Tunisia’s olive oil boom is set to overtake Italy, providing a major boost to its economy with implications for global trade, finance, and investing.
The New Resource Cold War: Why US Traders Are Chasing a Critical Metal in Pakistan’s Wild Frontier
A geopolitical scramble for antimony, a critical military metal, is pushing US traders and contractors into Pakistan’s volatile frontier to break China’s grip.
The $750 Billion Paradox: Why a Landmark US-EU Trade Deal Saw Energy Spending Fall
A landmark $750bn US-EU trade deal was meant to boost US energy sales, but spending fell 7%. We analyze why market forces defied political ambition.
From Fleece to Finance: How Sustainability is Weaving Wool Back into Investor Portfolios
Wool is shedding its old-fashioned image, becoming a key player in sustainable finance and commodity markets. Discover the economic drivers behind its comeback.
Beyond the Ticker: Why Hedge Funds Are Trading Oil Tankers, Not Just Tickers
Hedge funds are moving beyond financial markets, investing billions to trade physical commodities like oil and metals in a search for new, tangible returns.
Beyond the Barrel: The Real Economic and Geopolitical Stakes in Venezuela’s Oil Saga
Venezuela’s oil industry is in ruins. The US’s true goal isn’t a simple resource grab but a complex geopolitical strategy for regional stability.
The Trillion-Dollar Ripple Effect: Why a Farmer’s Poverty is Wall Street’s Problem
The economic precarity of the world’s poorest farmers is not just a social issue; it’s a systemic risk for the global economy and a major opportunity.
Beyond the Wrapper: How a Toffee Crisp’s Recipe Change Unlocks Secrets of Global Finance and Economics
A minor recipe change to a candy bar reveals major insights into commodity trading, corporate finance, skimpflation, and the global economy.
The Black Sea’s New Battlefield: How Drone Attacks Are Weaponizing Shipping Insurance and Shaking the Global Economy
Ukrainian drone attacks in the Black Sea are causing a massive surge in shipping insurance costs, weaponizing finance against Russia’s economy.
The Copper King’s Gambit: Why Glencore’s Next Move Will Reshape the Global Economy
Glencore is leveraging its world-class copper assets in a high-stakes M&A gambit, forcing the market to either back its growth or acquire it whole.
Under the Microscope: Why Regulators Are Cracking Down on Banking, Private Credit, and Global Trading
A new era of accountability is dawning on global finance as regulators probe Italian banks, stress test private credit, and scrutinize trading giants.
The Feta Effect: Why a Greek Livestock Crisis is a Red Flag for the Global Economy
A Greek livestock cull threatens a global feta cheese shortage, offering a critical lesson on supply chain risk, commodity volatility, and the global economy.