Commodity Markets Workshop

About the Event

Welcome to the London Commodity Market Workshop

Overview
This workshop is meticulously designed to enhance participants’ understanding of global commodity markets by examining their distinct characteristics, essential terminology, and industry-specific jargon. Attendees will be provided with current insights into the constantly evolving regulatory environment and competitive landscape that governs commodity trading. Throughout this program, participants will learn to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the commodity supply chain, thereby enabling the identification and quantification of potential opportunities for improvement and growth. The workshop will place a strong emphasis on risk management strategies and structured finance solutions, highlighting best practices within the industry. To further reinforce the educational experience, the program will incorporate detailed discussions of pertinent case studies that exemplify real-world scenarios and challenges faced in commodity markets. This interactive approach aims to deepen participants’ understanding and equip them with the necessary skills to navigate this complex field successfully.

Target Audience
This seminar is designed for

  1. Traders and Investors
  • Retail traders looking to diversify into commodities (like oil, gold, wheat, etc.).
  • Institutional investors managing portfolios with commodity exposure.
  1. Finance and Investment Professionals
  • Analysts, portfolio managers, and fund managers.
  • Risk managers and treasury professionals.
  1. Students and Academics
  • Finance, economics, or business students wanting practical exposure.
  • Researchers interested in commodity price behavior, derivatives, etc.
  1. Corporate and Industry Participants
  • Procurement managers in sectors like energy, agriculture, and manufacturing.
  • Producers and exporters of commodities wanting to hedge risks.
  1. Government and Regulatory Professionals
  • Officials involved in market regulation or policy-making related to commodities.
  1. Aspiring Professionals
  • Anyone aiming to build a career in commodity trading or risk management.

Details Of the Events

Date: October 17-21, 2025

@ Mayfair Point, 34 South Molton Street, London

 Fees: £1,000 per participant

Key Topics

  1. Commodity Exchanges and Warehouse Receipts
  2. Commodity Futures Market
  3. Importance of Risk Management
  4. Overview of Commodity Markets
  5. Risk Solutions
  6. Supply Chain Financing/Structured and Commodity Finance.

 Workshop Objectives

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the Fundamentals of Commodities Markets
    • Identify major commodity categories (e.g., energy, metals, agriculture).
    • Distinguish between spot and futures markets.
    • Understand key supply and demand drivers influencing prices.
  2. Analyze Market Structure and Participants
    • Recognize the roles of producers, consumers, traders, speculators, and hedgers.
    • Understand how commodities are traded on global exchanges (e.g., NYMEX, ICE, MCX).
  3. Gain Knowledge of Commodity Derivatives
    • Understand futures, options, and swaps and how they are used.
    • Explore margining, settlement, and contract specifications.
  4. Apply Risk Management Techniques
    • Learn how to hedge commodity price risks using derivatives.
    • Analyze real-world case studies of hedging strategies.
  5. Interpret Market Data and Indicators
    • Read and interpret commodity price charts and technical indicators.
    • Understand fundamentals such as inventories, seasonality, and geopolitical risks.
  6. Explore Trading Strategies and Tools
    • Learn basic trading strategies used in commodities markets.
    • Gain exposure to trading platforms and analytical tools.
  7. Understand Regulatory and Ethical Considerations
    • Review key regulations governing commodity markets.
    • Recognize the importance of transparency and ethical conduct.
  8. Apply Learning Through Simulations or Case Studies
    • Participate in mock trading exercises or analyze real-world trading scenarios.
    • Develop strategic thinking through group discussions and problem-solving.

 

Workshop Methodology

To acknowledge individual participants’ different learning styles, the training course uses a wide range of training methodology. Accordingly, the training course participants will encourage active participation to capitalise on your existing experience and expertise, plus the use of:

  • Role plays
  •  Readings/case studies
  •  Psychometric questionnaires
  •  Group exercises and discussions
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