Growth of base metals and rare earths mining is crucial to building out the renewables infrastructure required to meet the Paris climate goals. But we do not yet have green infrastructure that is self-sustaining in terms of emissions. Currently, carbon-intensive energy is needed to produce the green energy sources and green infrastructure that are crucial to the energy transition. The industry is also facing a mass lack of investment. Is it up to governments to step in and boost investment in the space? And could energy majors play a more active role in mining finance as they scramble to secure longer term offtake?
Elevated interest means more difficulty accessing financing, raised inflation, and potentially even recession - the perfect storm for commodities traders in an already difficult market for anyone other than the biggest traders, whose earnings have boomed. With consumption on course to reduce and stagflation looming, what can commodity traders do to hedge this climate? All the while, the energy transition remains a key issue, particularly off the back of Russia’s continued war against Ukraine. While some argue that the conflict will ultimately fast track the transition to cleaner energy, some countries consider re-opening coal plants to cope with the fall out. Is Europe’s energy mix moving into the clear or is progression slowing?
With commercial banks ever favouring the biggest corporate
borrowers, do SMEs face an impossible job? This session looks at the challenges
faced by small and mid-sized traders and producers, from raising debt in a
difficult market, to navigating volatility and supply squeezes, to higher
logistical costs. How can SMEs be better supported by the wider industry? And
has bank ‘flight to quality’ lessened as the industry moves on from the cluster
of high-profile fraud cases in 2020?
A few years ago, ESG-tied loans were a new and innovative
form of financing with which only a few corporates were leading the way. But
now, ESG-tied loans are commonly seen in the industry, and there has been some
debate around whether borrowers and banks are making their respective KPIs
ambitious enough, or whether they are being transparent enough about how the
KPIs are being audited and who is carrying out this auditing. What is next for
sustainable finance? How can the issues around transparency be tackled as
sustainable finance develops? And should this be formally regulated? Can
sustainable finance evolve to include more of the ‘S’ in ESG?
High oil prices have meant that credit limits in the
shipping industry are used up quickly, but on the plus side, physical trading
margins have gone up too. A lack of financing is still an issue for the bunker
industry, as it is a niche that most banks don’t have a department for, whilst
digitalisation and alt finance are still lagging in the space. What is needed
to bring the bunkering industry up to speed in these areas? And is the shipping
industry doing enough in terms of reducing greenhouse gas and emissions? This
session takes a deep dive into how the sector could be more ambitious
Higher commodities prices and inflation isn’t just an issue
for traders. Producers, who are not accustomed to hedging, are now juggling
high margin calls, whilst also dealing with their cost of operations and
shipping having increased. How have producers changed their financing models to
adapt to changing market conditions?
As the climate catastrophe intensifies, the commodities finance industry is under constant pressure to become more sustainable. In this webinar, we speak to Global Heads and service providers to assess how the commodities industry can develop more sustainable supply chains, and lessen its impact on the environment.
A few years ago, ESG-tied loans were a new and innovative
form of financing with which only a few corporates were leading the way. But
now, ESG-tied loans are commonly seen in the industry, and there has been some
debate around whether borrowers and banks are making their respective KPIs
ambitious enough, or whether they are being transparent enough about how the
KPIs are being audited and who is carrying out this auditing. What is next for
sustainable finance? How can the issues around transparency be tackled as
sustainable finance develops? And should this be formally regulated? Can
sustainable finance evolve to include more of the ‘S’ in ESG?
With Russia’s war against Ukraine having posed the biggest
threat to food security in recent years, it is as important as ever to look at
how security in the sector can be increased. On top of this, transparency, risk
of fraud and sustainability are important issues in the space. This session
takes a look at how agri corporates are hedging against these issues, from
advancements in digitalisation to increased structure
Some of the most prominent changes to the banking landscape of recent include threats to supply, particularly within the energy and agri sectors, and the need to rebalance trade flows following Russia's war against Ukraine. Whilst these major disruptions must be hedged against, longer-running focusses such as the energy transition, digitalisation, and the liquidity gap are ticking away in the background. Although digitalisation is out of the pilot phase, banks are
arguably still not where they should be when it comes to digital innovation. Digitalisation
can be an obvious way to reduce cost and increase security, especially as banks
have become ever selective towards their borrower portfolios and have overall
been scaling back lending. What is holding them back from fully utilising
digital to boost security? Are banks looking at any other solutions or
strategy changes to help tackle the commodity trade finance gap? And can banks afford to priorities the energy transition and ESG amid the current disruptions to energy and food supply?
The president of WISTA, Maryana Stober, and vice president Mathilde de Mareuil, alongside PwC, talk us through the results of their survey on gender equality in the Swiss maritime and commodity trading industries, which was conducted over the past year.
A few years ago, ESG-tied loans were a new and innovative
form of financing with which only a few corporates were leading the way. But
now, ESG-tied loans are commonly seen in the industry, and there has been some
debate around whether borrowers and banks are making their respective KPIs
ambitious enough, or whether they are being transparent enough about how the
KPIs are being audited and who is carrying out this auditing. What is next for
sustainable finance? How can the issues around transparency be tackled as
sustainable finance develops? And should this be formally regulated? Can
sustainable finance evolve to include more of the ‘S’ in ESG?
High oil prices have meant that credit limits in the
shipping industry are used up quickly, but on the plus side, physical trading
margins have gone up too. A lack of financing is still an issue for the bunker
industry, as it is a niche that most banks don’t have a department for, whilst
digitalisation and alt finance are still lagging in the space. What is needed
to bring the bunkering industry up to speed in these areas? And is the shipping
industry doing enough in terms of reducing greenhouse gas and emissions? This
session takes a deep dive into how the sector could be more ambitious
One week out from TXF Geneva, TXF's commodities content manager Aife Howse catches up with CEO of Vinca Technologies Melinda Moore on how far supply chains have begun the rebalance following Russia's war on Ukraine, and how this has potential to further the ESG agenda.
Elevated interest means more difficulty accessing financing, raised inflation, and potentially even recession - the perfect storm for commodities traders in an already difficult market for anyone other than the biggest traders, whose earnings have boomed. With consumption on course to reduce and stagflation looming, what can commodity traders do to hedge this climate? All the while, the energy transition remains a key issue, particularly off the back of Russia’s continued war against Ukraine. While some argue that the conflict will ultimately fast track the transition to cleaner energy, some countries consider re-opening coal plants to cope with the fall out. Is Europe’s energy mix moving into the clear or is progression slowing?
A few years ago, ESG-tied loans were a new and innovative
form of financing with which only a few corporates were leading the way. But
now, ESG-tied loans are commonly seen in the industry, and there has been some
debate around whether borrowers and banks are making their respective KPIs
ambitious enough, or whether they are being transparent enough about how the
KPIs are being audited and who is carrying out this auditing. What is next for
sustainable finance? How can the issues around transparency be tackled as
sustainable finance develops? And should this be formally regulated? Can
sustainable finance evolve to include more of the ‘S’ in ESG?
Some of the most prominent changes to the banking landscape of recent include threats to supply, particularly within the energy and agri sectors, and the need to rebalance trade flows following Russia's war against Ukraine. Whilst these major disruptions must be hedged against, longer-running focusses such as the energy transition, digitalisation, and the liquidity gap are ticking away in the background. Although digitalisation is out of the pilot phase, banks are
arguably still not where they should be when it comes to digital innovation. Digitalisation
can be an obvious way to reduce cost and increase security, especially as banks
have become ever selective towards their borrower portfolios and have overall
been scaling back lending. What is holding them back from fully utilising
digital to boost security? Are banks looking at any other solutions or
strategy changes to help tackle the commodity trade finance gap? And can banks afford to priorities the energy transition and ESG amid the current disruptions to energy and food supply?
Inflation is in full swing, and
commodities prices and cost of debt is rising – naturally, so has the cost of
insurance. On top of falling capacities and volatile commodities prices, it is
increasingly hard to find insurers for ‘dirty’ commodities like coal, despite
it making up around 37% of the world’s energy mix. What changes have insurance
buyers seen over the past few years, in terms of pricing and capacity? How
severe is the ‘flight to quality’ in insurance and is it here to stay? And with
Russia and Ukraine out of the supply mix, should insurers be more open to
emerging markets such as Africa?
As the climate catastrophe intensifies, the commodities finance industry is under constant pressure to become more sustainable. In this webinar, we speak to Global Heads and service providers to assess how the commodities industry can develop more sustainable supply chains, and lessen its impact on the environment.
Russia’s war on Ukraine sent shockwaves through the
commodities industry as it was forced to pick up the pieces left from the drop
off of an entire market. But now that players have begun to get over this
initial shock, massive opportunities are presented in other regions and
jurisdictions, with the emerging markets becoming more crucial to mainstream
supply. Trade lines have to come from somewhere and this capital may even be
used more productively now. What can be done to make these economies more
bankable, and is this an opportunity to boost ESG and CSR in emerging markets?
Growth of base metals and rare earths mining is crucial to building out the renewables infrastructure required to meet the Paris climate goals. But we do not yet have green infrastructure that is self-sustaining in terms of emissions. Currently, carbon-intensive energy is needed to produce the green energy sources and green infrastructure that are crucial to the energy transition. The industry is also facing a mass lack of investment. Is it up to governments to step in and boost investment in the space? And could energy majors play a more active role in mining finance as they scramble to secure longer term offtake?
With commercial banks ever favouring the biggest corporate
borrowers, do SMEs face an impossible job? This session looks at the challenges
faced by small and mid-sized traders and producers, from raising debt in a
difficult market, to navigating volatility and supply squeezes, to higher
logistical costs. How can SMEs be better supported by the wider industry? And
has bank ‘flight to quality’ lessened as the industry moves on from the cluster
of high-profile fraud cases in 2020?
Some of the most prominent changes to the banking landscape of recent include threats to supply, particularly within the energy and agri sectors, and the need to rebalance trade flows following Russia's war against Ukraine. Whilst these major disruptions must be hedged against, longer-running focusses such as the energy transition, digitalisation, and the liquidity gap are ticking away in the background. Although digitalisation is out of the pilot phase, banks are
arguably still not where they should be when it comes to digital innovation. Digitalisation
can be an obvious way to reduce cost and increase security, especially as banks
have become ever selective towards their borrower portfolios and have overall
been scaling back lending. What is holding them back from fully utilising
digital to boost security? Are banks looking at any other solutions or
strategy changes to help tackle the commodity trade finance gap? And can banks afford to priorities the energy transition and ESG amid the current disruptions to energy and food supply?
Carbon credit trading is gaining traction in the industry, with many corporates unsure of how to offset their carbon footprint and how to manage the compliance risks surrounding this. This session marks the first time TXF Geneva Commodity Finance is dedicating a panel to carbon credit trading and will deep dive into the role that traders play in carbon credit trading – from what they can buy to the services they can provide.
A few years ago, ESG-tied loans were a new and innovative
form of financing with which only a few corporates were leading the way. But
now, ESG-tied loans are commonly seen in the industry, and there has been some
debate around whether borrowers and banks are making their respective KPIs
ambitious enough, or whether they are being transparent enough about how the
KPIs are being audited and who is carrying out this auditing. What is next for
sustainable finance? How can the issues around transparency be tackled as
sustainable finance develops? And should this be formally regulated? Can
sustainable finance evolve to include more of the ‘S’ in ESG?
The president of WISTA, Maryana Stober, and vice president Mathilde de Mareuil, alongside PwC, talk us through the results of their survey on gender equality in the Swiss maritime and commodity trading industries, which was conducted over the past year.
The president of WISTA, Maryana Stober, and vice president Mathilde de Mareuil, alongside PwC, talk us through the results of their survey on gender equality in the Swiss maritime and commodity trading industries, which was conducted over the past year.
With commercial banks ever favouring the biggest corporate
borrowers, do SMEs face an impossible job? This session looks at the challenges
faced by small and mid-sized traders and producers, from raising debt in a
difficult market, to navigating volatility and supply squeezes, to higher
logistical costs. How can SMEs be better supported by the wider industry? And
has bank ‘flight to quality’ lessened as the industry moves on from the cluster
of high-profile fraud cases in 2020?
With inflation in full force and cost of bank debt on the
rise, typically-more-expensive alternative finance is becoming more a
competitively priced debt tool. But given the vast trade finance gap, much more
investment is needed in the space. Another issue is that new investors in the
commodity trades finance space are gunning for the biggest traders - which are
experiencing no shortage of available bank liquidity. This session looks at what
is needed to bring new investors into the SME space – where it is really
needed, and how tech solutions and the service provider industry can mitigate
risk for new investors
With inflation in full force and cost of bank debt on the
rise, typically-more-expensive alternative finance is becoming more a
competitively priced debt tool. But given the vast trade finance gap, much more
investment is needed in the space. Another issue is that new investors in the
commodity trades finance space are gunning for the biggest traders - which are
experiencing no shortage of available bank liquidity. This session looks at what
is needed to bring new investors into the SME space – where it is really
needed, and how tech solutions and the service provider industry can mitigate
risk for new investors
The president of WISTA, Maryana Stober, and vice president Mathilde de Mareuil, alongside PwC, talk us through the results of their survey on gender equality in the Swiss maritime and commodity trading industries, which was conducted over the past year.
The president of WISTA, Maryana Stober, and vice president Mathilde de Mareuil, alongside PwC, talk us through the results of their survey on gender equality in the Swiss maritime and commodity trading industries, which was conducted over the past year.
Inflation is in full swing, and
commodities prices and cost of debt is rising – naturally, so has the cost of
insurance. On top of falling capacities and volatile commodities prices, it is
increasingly hard to find insurers for ‘dirty’ commodities like coal, despite
it making up around 37% of the world’s energy mix. What changes have insurance
buyers seen over the past few years, in terms of pricing and capacity? How
severe is the ‘flight to quality’ in insurance and is it here to stay? And with
Russia and Ukraine out of the supply mix, should insurers be more open to
emerging markets such as Africa?
With inflation in full force and cost of bank debt on the
rise, typically-more-expensive alternative finance is becoming more a
competitively priced debt tool. But given the vast trade finance gap, much more
investment is needed in the space. Another issue is that new investors in the
commodity trades finance space are gunning for the biggest traders - which are
experiencing no shortage of available bank liquidity. This session looks at what
is needed to bring new investors into the SME space – where it is really
needed, and how tech solutions and the service provider industry can mitigate
risk for new investors
Growth of base metals and rare earths mining is crucial to building out the renewables infrastructure required to meet the Paris climate goals. But we do not yet have green infrastructure that is self-sustaining in terms of emissions. Currently, carbon-intensive energy is needed to produce the green energy sources and green infrastructure that are crucial to the energy transition. The industry is also facing a mass lack of investment. Is it up to governments to step in and boost investment in the space? And could energy majors play a more active role in mining finance as they scramble to secure longer term offtake?
Inflation is in full swing, and
commodities prices and cost of debt is rising – naturally, so has the cost of
insurance. On top of falling capacities and volatile commodities prices, it is
increasingly hard to find insurers for ‘dirty’ commodities like coal, despite
it making up around 37% of the world’s energy mix. What changes have insurance
buyers seen over the past few years, in terms of pricing and capacity? How
severe is the ‘flight to quality’ in insurance and is it here to stay? And with
Russia and Ukraine out of the supply mix, should insurers be more open to
emerging markets such as Africa?
With commercial banks ever favouring the biggest corporate
borrowers, do SMEs face an impossible job? This session looks at the challenges
faced by small and mid-sized traders and producers, from raising debt in a
difficult market, to navigating volatility and supply squeezes, to higher
logistical costs. How can SMEs be better supported by the wider industry? And
has bank ‘flight to quality’ lessened as the industry moves on from the cluster
of high-profile fraud cases in 2020?
Carbon credit trading is gaining traction in the industry, with many corporates unsure of how to offset their carbon footprint and how to manage the compliance risks surrounding this. This session marks the first time TXF Geneva Commodity Finance is dedicating a panel to carbon credit trading and will deep dive into the role that traders play in carbon credit trading – from what they can buy to the services they can provide.
Some of the most prominent changes to the banking landscape of recent include threats to supply, particularly within the energy and agri sectors, and the need to rebalance trade flows following Russia's war against Ukraine. Whilst these major disruptions must be hedged against, longer-running focusses such as the energy transition, digitalisation, and the liquidity gap are ticking away in the background. Although digitalisation is out of the pilot phase, banks are
arguably still not where they should be when it comes to digital innovation. Digitalisation
can be an obvious way to reduce cost and increase security, especially as banks
have become ever selective towards their borrower portfolios and have overall
been scaling back lending. What is holding them back from fully utilising
digital to boost security? Are banks looking at any other solutions or
strategy changes to help tackle the commodity trade finance gap? And can banks afford to priorities the energy transition and ESG amid the current disruptions to energy and food supply?
Some of the most prominent changes to the banking landscape of recent include threats to supply, particularly within the energy and agri sectors, and the need to rebalance trade flows following Russia's war against Ukraine. Whilst these major disruptions must be hedged against, longer-running focusses such as the energy transition, digitalisation, and the liquidity gap are ticking away in the background. Although digitalisation is out of the pilot phase, banks are
arguably still not where they should be when it comes to digital innovation. Digitalisation
can be an obvious way to reduce cost and increase security, especially as banks
have become ever selective towards their borrower portfolios and have overall
been scaling back lending. What is holding them back from fully utilising
digital to boost security? Are banks looking at any other solutions or
strategy changes to help tackle the commodity trade finance gap? And can banks afford to priorities the energy transition and ESG amid the current disruptions to energy and food supply?
Inflation is in full swing, and
commodities prices and cost of debt is rising – naturally, so has the cost of
insurance. On top of falling capacities and volatile commodities prices, it is
increasingly hard to find insurers for ‘dirty’ commodities like coal, despite
it making up around 37% of the world’s energy mix. What changes have insurance
buyers seen over the past few years, in terms of pricing and capacity? How
severe is the ‘flight to quality’ in insurance and is it here to stay? And with
Russia and Ukraine out of the supply mix, should insurers be more open to
emerging markets such as Africa?
Carbon credit trading is gaining traction in the industry, with many corporates unsure of how to offset their carbon footprint and how to manage the compliance risks surrounding this. This session marks the first time TXF Geneva Commodity Finance is dedicating a panel to carbon credit trading and will deep dive into the role that traders play in carbon credit trading – from what they can buy to the services they can provide.
Inflation is in full swing, and
commodities prices and cost of debt is rising – naturally, so has the cost of
insurance. On top of falling capacities and volatile commodities prices, it is
increasingly hard to find insurers for ‘dirty’ commodities like coal, despite
it making up around 37% of the world’s energy mix. What changes have insurance
buyers seen over the past few years, in terms of pricing and capacity? How
severe is the ‘flight to quality’ in insurance and is it here to stay? And with
Russia and Ukraine out of the supply mix, should insurers be more open to
emerging markets such as Africa?
Higher commodities prices and inflation isn’t just an issue
for traders. Producers, who are not accustomed to hedging, are now juggling
high margin calls, whilst also dealing with their cost of operations and
shipping having increased. How have producers changed their financing models to
adapt to changing market conditions?
With inflation in full force and cost of bank debt on the
rise, typically-more-expensive alternative finance is becoming more a
competitively priced debt tool. But given the vast trade finance gap, much more
investment is needed in the space. Another issue is that new investors in the
commodity trades finance space are gunning for the biggest traders - which are
experiencing no shortage of available bank liquidity. This session looks at what
is needed to bring new investors into the SME space – where it is really
needed, and how tech solutions and the service provider industry can mitigate
risk for new investors
Russia’s war on Ukraine sent shockwaves through the
commodities industry as it was forced to pick up the pieces left from the drop
off of an entire market. But now that players have begun to get over this
initial shock, massive opportunities are presented in other regions and
jurisdictions, with the emerging markets becoming more crucial to mainstream
supply. Trade lines have to come from somewhere and this capital may even be
used more productively now. What can be done to make these economies more
bankable, and is this an opportunity to boost ESG and CSR in emerging markets?
What do Gulf Petrochem, Phoenix Commodities and Rhodium Resources have in common? Their downfall was entirely foreseeable. In this session, Athena Intelligence's Jonas Rey will look at a practical case study of fraud detection and prevention in trade finance.
Higher commodities prices and inflation isn’t just an issue
for traders. Producers, who are not accustomed to hedging, are now juggling
high margin calls, whilst also dealing with their cost of operations and
shipping having increased. How have producers changed their financing models to
adapt to changing market conditions?
With Russia’s war against Ukraine having posed the biggest
threat to food security in recent years, it is as important as ever to look at
how security in the sector can be increased. On top of this, transparency, risk
of fraud and sustainability are important issues in the space. This session
takes a look at how agri corporates are hedging against these issues, from
advancements in digitalisation to increased structure
Elevated interest means more difficulty accessing financing, raised inflation, and potentially even recession - the perfect storm for commodities traders in an already difficult market for anyone other than the biggest traders, whose earnings have boomed. With consumption on course to reduce and stagflation looming, what can commodity traders do to hedge this climate? All the while, the energy transition remains a key issue, particularly off the back of Russia’s continued war against Ukraine. While some argue that the conflict will ultimately fast track the transition to cleaner energy, some countries consider re-opening coal plants to cope with the fall out. Is Europe’s energy mix moving into the clear or is progression slowing?
Carbon credit trading is gaining traction in the industry, with many corporates unsure of how to offset their carbon footprint and how to manage the compliance risks surrounding this. This session marks the first time TXF Geneva Commodity Finance is dedicating a panel to carbon credit trading and will deep dive into the role that traders play in carbon credit trading – from what they can buy to the services they can provide.
With Russia’s war against Ukraine having posed the biggest
threat to food security in recent years, it is as important as ever to look at
how security in the sector can be increased. On top of this, transparency, risk
of fraud and sustainability are important issues in the space. This session
takes a look at how agri corporates are hedging against these issues, from
advancements in digitalisation to increased structure
One week out from TXF Geneva, TXF's commodities content manager Aife Howse catches up with CEO of Vinca Technologies Melinda Moore on how far supply chains have begun the rebalance following Russia's war on Ukraine, and how this has potential to further the ESG agenda.
Growth of base metals and rare earths mining is crucial to building out the renewables infrastructure required to meet the Paris climate goals. But we do not yet have green infrastructure that is self-sustaining in terms of emissions. Currently, carbon-intensive energy is needed to produce the green energy sources and green infrastructure that are crucial to the energy transition. The industry is also facing a mass lack of investment. Is it up to governments to step in and boost investment in the space? And could energy majors play a more active role in mining finance as they scramble to secure longer term offtake?
Growth of base metals and rare earths mining is crucial to building out the renewables infrastructure required to meet the Paris climate goals. But we do not yet have green infrastructure that is self-sustaining in terms of emissions. Currently, carbon-intensive energy is needed to produce the green energy sources and green infrastructure that are crucial to the energy transition. The industry is also facing a mass lack of investment. Is it up to governments to step in and boost investment in the space? And could energy majors play a more active role in mining finance as they scramble to secure longer term offtake?
With commercial banks ever favouring the biggest corporate
borrowers, do SMEs face an impossible job? This session looks at the challenges
faced by small and mid-sized traders and producers, from raising debt in a
difficult market, to navigating volatility and supply squeezes, to higher
logistical costs. How can SMEs be better supported by the wider industry? And
has bank ‘flight to quality’ lessened as the industry moves on from the cluster
of high-profile fraud cases in 2020?
High oil prices have meant that credit limits in the
shipping industry are used up quickly, but on the plus side, physical trading
margins have gone up too. A lack of financing is still an issue for the bunker
industry, as it is a niche that most banks don’t have a department for, whilst
digitalisation and alt finance are still lagging in the space. What is needed
to bring the bunkering industry up to speed in these areas? And is the shipping
industry doing enough in terms of reducing greenhouse gas and emissions? This
session takes a deep dive into how the sector could be more ambitious
