The Best Physical Commodity Trading Books (Updated List)

Damien / 14 November 2024 / Book review - Commodity trading - Trading companies

MY TOP BOOKS ABOUT SHIPPING AND COMMODITY TRADING

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Commodity Trading in a World of Shrinking Population: Navigating New Market Dynamics

Dan Venon / 04 November 2024 / Commodity trading - Trading companies

As the global population begins to shrink, the impact on commodity trading is becoming increasingly significant. Economic shifts, changing demand patterns, and new sustainability considerations will alter how commodities are produced and traded. A decreasing population may lead to reduced consumption of certain resources, prompting traders to reassess which commodities will retain their value in the marketplace.

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Where is the best place to incorporate your commodity trading company? Top jurisdictions revealed

Renata / 16 October 2024 / Commodity trading - Trading companies

Choosing the right location to incorporate a commodity trading company is crucial for long-term success. Several factors influence this decision, including tax regulations, legal frameworks, and access to global markets.

Switzerland stands out as one of the best places to incorporate a commodity trading company due to its favorable tax regime, political stability, and strong financial infrastructure. The country's central location in Europe and reputation for neutrality make it an attractive hub for international trade.

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Daniel Ludwig - Full Life Story: Shipping Magnate's Rise to Fortune and Philanthropy

Damien / 11 October 2024 / Commodity trading - Shipping - Trading companies

Daniel Ludwig's life story reads like a rags-to-riches tale of American entrepreneurship. Born in 1897 to German immigrants in Michigan, he rose from humble beginnings to become one of the wealthiest men in the world.

Ludwig built a vast business empire spanning shipping, oil, mining, and real estate, amassing a fortune estimated at $3 billion by the time of his death in 1992. His ventures took him from Great Lakes tugboats to Amazonian jungles, always seeking new opportunities for profit and expansion.

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Journey from Commodity Trading to Space Mining

Damien / 25 September 2024 / Commodity trading - Trading companies - Youtube

In this captivating podcast episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Julie Ying Baron, a remarkable individual with a diverse career spanning from the world of commodities to the intriguing realm of space mining. Julie's journey is nothing short of extraordinary, starting from her early days in commodities trading at Glencore to co-founding her own successful metal trading company that reached a revenue peak of 2 billion USD.

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