Commodities - Cameroon

Cameroon

The nominal value in the Commodities market is projected to reach US$50.49bn in 2025.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2025-2029) of 5.08% resulting in a projected total amount of US$61.55bn by 2029.
The average price per contract in the Commodities market amounts to US$0.11 in 2025.
From a global comparison perspective it is shown that the highest nominal value is reached in the United States (US$53,230.00bn in 2025).
In the Commodities market, the number of contracts is expected to amount to 465.20k by 2029.

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Analyst Opinion

The Commodities market in Cameroon has been experiencing a notable shift in recent years, reflecting the changing dynamics within the global financial landscape. Customer preferences in Cameroon's Commodities market have been leaning towards more diverse investment options, with a growing interest in leveraging financial derivatives to hedge risks and potentially enhance returns.

Investors in the country are increasingly looking for opportunities to diversify their portfolios and capitalize on the potential gains offered by commodities trading. Trends in the market indicate a gradual increase in participation from institutional investors in Cameroon, drawn by the potential for higher yields and portfolio diversification that commodities can offer. This trend is in line with global patterns where institutional investors are increasingly turning to commodities as an alternative investment class.

Local special circumstances, such as the country's emerging market status and its strategic location within the Central African region, play a role in shaping the Commodities market in Cameroon. The country's growing economy and increasing integration into regional trade networks contribute to the development of a more sophisticated financial market, including the Commodities segment. Underlying macroeconomic factors, such as stable economic growth, favorable government policies, and increasing foreign direct investment, provide a conducive environment for the growth of the Commodities market in Cameroon.

These factors contribute to boosting investor confidence and attracting more participants to the market, driving its development and expansion.

Methodology

Data coverage:

Figures are based on commodity derivatives, their notional value, the number of contracts traded, the open interest (outstanding contracts at the end of a year), and the average value of a contract.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a Bottom-Up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use market research & analysis, and data of World Bank, as well as the World Federation of Exchanges. Furthermore, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations and national data bureaus such as GDP, wealth per capita, and the online banking penetration rate. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. In this market, we use the HOLT-damped Trend method to forecast future development. The main drivers are GDP per capita an the online banking penetration rate.

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change.