commodities trading
The Price of Power: How a Trump Megadonor’s Firm Scored the First Venezuelan Oil Deal
A Trump megadonor’s firm, Vitol, secured the first US-approved Venezuelan oil deal, raising questions about the intersection of politics and finance.
The Venezuelan Paradox: Why U.S. Sanctions Unexpectedly Pushed Oil Prices Down
Why did US sanctions on an oil giant make prices fall? We explore the market’s counterintuitive logic and what it means for investors and the economy.
Beyond the Ticker: Why Hedge Funds Are Getting Their Hands Dirty in Physical Commodities
Hedge funds are moving beyond financial markets to trade physical commodities like oil and metal, seeking new returns in a volatile global economy.
Hollywood Heists, Trading Triumphs, and Berkshire’s Quiet Shake-Up: Anatomy of a Power Play
From Hollywood dealmaking drama to a trader’s court victory and a subtle shift at Berkshire Hathaway, a look at this week’s major power plays.
Silver’s Surge: Why the Forgotten Precious Metal is Outshining Gold
Silver is staging a spectacular rally, hitting record highs and outpacing gold due to a perfect storm of industrial demand and investment fervor.