The commodity markets in 2024 were marked by significant volatility, driven by a range of geopolitical, economic, and environmental factors. This year saw a series of wild price swings across various commodities, from gold reaching record highs to cocoa emerging as the best performer. Key factors
The financial landscape is poised for a significant transformation in 2025, with commodities expected to take center stage. This shift comes after a period of substantial gains in the stock market and declining commodity values, influenced by evolving macroeconomic factors. Investors are now eyeing
While stocks and forex have traditionally attracted a lion’s share of investor attention, the commodities market often remains underappreciated despite being a crucial component of the global economic system. This underestimation overlooks the reality that commodities, both hard and soft, underpin v
As the global oil market navigates a complex landscape, hints of immediate supply tightness have provided some support to oil prices this week. However, these gains were tempered by a notably downgraded global demand forecast from OPEC for the coming years. On Wednesday, Brent futures recorded a
Financial instability within commodity markets has long plagued businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which often lack access to sophisticated hedging strategies that can protect against price fluctuations. This is set to change with the UK launch of Attara, a FinTech
Money and capital markets are fundamental components of any modern economy, providing the necessary infrastructure for managing liquidity and facilitating long-term investments. These markets support economic stability and growth, allowing governments, businesses, and individuals to allocate and
