COMMODITIES

TRADING

Aniket Paulzade
 DEFINITION

Commodities trading refers to the buying

and selling of raw materials or primary
products. It involves various types such
as agricultural, energy, and metals
trading. This presentation explores the
practical application and importance of
commodities trading in the global market.
 KEY POINTS

Supply and demand drive commodity prices.

Speculation plays a significant role in
commodities trading.
Futures contracts are commonly used for
trading commodities.
Commodity exchanges provide a platform for
trading.
Hedging is a risk management strategy in
commodities trading.
 TYPES OF COMMODITIES

Agricultural commodities include grains,

livestock, and soft commodities.
Energy commodities encompass crude
oil, natural gas, and refined products.
Metals commodities consist of gold, silver,
copper, and other precious and base
metals.
 PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Commodities trading is crucial for

various industries:
Agriculture relies on commodities
trading for price discovery and risk
management.
Energy companies hedge against price
volatility through commodities trading.
Manufacturers secure raw materials at
favorable prices through commodities
trading.
 IMPORTANCE

Price stability is maintained through commodities

trading.
Risk management helps businesses mitigate price
fluctuations.
Global trade heavily depends on commodities
trading.
Investment opportunities exist for individuals and
institutions in commodities trading.
 FACTORS AFFECTING
COMMODITY PRICES

Geopolitical events can disrupt commodity

supply.
Weather conditions impact agricultural
commodities.
Economic indicators influence demand for
energy and metals.
Currency fluctuations affect commodity
prices in international markets.
 COMMODITY TRADING
STRATEGIES

Trend following involves buying or selling

based on price trends.
Spread trading exploits price differentials
between related commodities.
Seasonal trading capitalizes on recurring
patterns in commodity prices.
Options trading provides flexibility in
managing commodity price risk.
 CHALLENGES IN
COMMODITIES TRADING

Volatility in commodity prices can lead to

significant financial losses.
Regulatory compliance requires adherence
to complex trading rules.
Market manipulation poses risks to fair
trading practices.
Information asymmetry can affect decision-
making in commodities trading.
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