Masterclass Serie: Commodity Trading 101
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Masterclass Series: Commodity Trading 101
FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS FROM ANY UNIVERSITY: Join the Masterclasses series: Commodity Trading 101. Curious about how global commodities are traded, analyzed, and turned into profit? Join this masterclass series and step into the world of commodity trading from the inside out. From understanding the business model of a trading house to building market views, managing risk, and generating P&L, this four-part series brings together top industry experts to guide you through the fundamentals, tools, and strategies of successful commodity trading. Whether you're a student, aspiring trader, or industry enthusiast, this is your gateway to mastering the core elements of a high-stakes, high-impact industry.
Receive a certificate of participation if you attend all masterclasses.
- The Trader: Becoming the PnL Generator (Tue 11 Nov; 16:00–19:00)
Location: Theil CB-2
In this masterclass you will become the trader. You will work be introduced to the core concepts a trader encounters. You will apply hedging in practice, position management and maybe the most important thing for a trader: how to become a P&L generator. Content:
- Hedging in Practice
- Position Management
- How to become a P&L generator
- Arbitrage
- Premium Hedging
Speaker Profile: Samuel Basi
Samuel Basi has over 15 years of experience in the metals derivatives and physical markets. He has been a metals trader at Trafigura and a derivatives trader at Greenwich Metals. He is a passionate and driven professional who thrives on delivering value and results to clients and organizations. His core competencies include building and managing trading desks, developing and executing quantitative and systematic strategies, and providing market insights and risk management solutions. In November 2023, Samuel leveraged his extensive trading experience to found Perfectly Hedged LLC, a consultancy and training firm dedicated to demystifying hedging. Recognizing that hedging is often viewed as overly technical and is frequently misunderstood—leading to avoidable and costly mistakes—Perfectly Hedged was created to simplify and clearly explain these critical concepts. He is the author of "Perfectly Hedged: A Practical Guide To Base Metals", a comprehensive guide to hedging in commodity firms. Unlike traditional industry literature, the book is specifically targeted toward middle and back office staff and uses real-world scenarios that employees commonly face in their daily roles. As an Expert Witness specializing in physical and derivative metals trading, Samuel provides independent opinion and analysis in commercial disputes involving pricing, logistics, trade execution, and contract interpretation. Drawing on his hands-on experience across trading desks, operations, and risk management, he brings practical industry knowledge to legal teams, arbitration panels, and courts. His background spans base metals, structured trade flows, hedging strategies, and international trade logistics, enabling him to offer clear, commercially grounded insights in complex cases. Samuel enjoys working with a diverse and talented range of traders, brokers, analysts, and managers. He remains committed to learning new skills and sharing his expertise with others.