Commodity trading is the process of buying and selling of commodities such as gold, crude oil, copper, etc., in spot markets or derivative markets. Commodity trading has numerous advantages as it helps market participants diversify their portfolios, speculate on future price movements, etc. However, commodity trading can result in significant losses as prices can change […]

A commodity Index tracks the price movements of a basket consisting of different kinds of underlying commodities. Commodity indices help traders and investors create benchmarks that reflect the overall performance of the commodity market.  In this blog, we will give information about the commodity index, its types, and major commodity indices in India. Commodity Index: […]

The commodity market plays a crucial role in the global economy. Here, derivative contracts of commodities are traded. It provides a platform for producers and consumers to manage risks and, at the same time, allows traders to take advantage of price movements.  Commodities are bulk-produced raw materials. These can be wheat, soybean, or precious metals. […]

With the introduction of commodity transaction tax (CTT), commodity trading in India slowly turned a new page, altering how investors speculate in the market. Not only has this tax made trading more expensive, but the nature of the markets has also shifted as well.  So, let’s have a look at the effects taxation on commodity […]