The world of commodity trading is in constant motion, driven by volatile markets, intricate logistics, and ever-evolving risks. For years, Commodity Trading and Risk Management (CTRM) systems have been the backbone of this industry, helping firms manage the complexities. But what if these systems could do more than just manage? What if they could predict,Continue reading “The Future of Commodity Trading: How AI is Reshaping CTRM”
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From FoxPro to Snowflake: Reflections on a Decade in Agri-Tech
In just two months, I will mark a significant milestone: my 10-year anniversary with Olam Information Services Private Limited.20 years in technology is a lifetime. When I first started this journey, the landscape looked very different. We were solving problems using FoxPro, Visual Basic, ,net and WCF, often relying on heavy Excel workflows to manageContinue reading “From FoxPro to Snowflake: Reflections on a Decade in Agri-Tech”
5 KPIs for Physical Trader
📊 5 Essential KPIs Every Physical Commodity Trader Should Monitor In the world of physical commodity trading, success isn’t just about securing the best price—it’s about executing with precision. To truly measure performance, traders must go beyond pricing and track real-time metrics that reflect risk, exposure, liquidity, and operational agility. Here are five critical KPIs every trader should keep a close eye on—daily:Continue reading “5 KPIs for Physical Trader”
Profit and Loss in Trading: Decoding Metrics for Financial Success
What is PnL?Profit and Loss (PnL or P&L) is a vital financial measure that evaluates the net profit or loss an individual or business achieves within a specific timeframe. It highlights the overall profitability generated either over a defined period or across a set of transactions. Understanding PnL is crucial for traders, investors, and businessContinue reading “Profit and Loss in Trading: Decoding Metrics for Financial Success”
Mark-to-Market Reporting in Commodity Trading and Risk Management: Understanding the Basics
MTM Reporting in Commodity Trading: Commodity trading involves buying and selling physical goods, such as oil, gas, metals, and agricultural products, with the aim of making a profit. With commodity prices subject to fluctuations in global markets, managing the associated risks becomes crucial for traders and companies involved in this complex and dynamic industry. Mark-to-marketContinue reading “Mark-to-Market Reporting in Commodity Trading and Risk Management: Understanding the Basics”
History of Commodity Trading
Whether you trade commodities or not, you directly or indirectly interact with the commodity market every day via the foods and other resources you use. It will be interesting to know how the commodity market came about. Trading commodities is an ancient profession with a longer history than the trading of stocks and bonds. TheContinue reading “History of Commodity Trading”
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