Industry Metal Derivatives - Belarus

The nominal value in the Industry Metal Derivatives market is projected to reach US$58.59bn in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 60.32% resulting in a projected total amount of US$620.60bn by 2029.
The average price per contract in the Industry Metal Derivatives market amounts to US$0.20 in 2024.
From a global comparison perspective it is shown that the highest nominal value is reached China (US$2.83tn in 2024).
In the Industry Metal Derivatives market, the number of contracts is expected to amount to 314.50k by 2029.

Definition:

The Industrial Metal Derivatives market refers to derivatives of industrial metals such as copper or aluminum. These include financial vehicles such as options & futures. Derivatives allow investors to profit from a commodity’s value development without owning the physical commodity (e.g. instead of owning a unit of copper, an investor could own a derivative of copper). Therefore, physical commodities are out of scope in this analysis.

Structure:

The market contains the following KPIs: annual notional value, the number of traded contracts, the open interest (number of outstanding contracts at the end of a year), the average notional value per contract as well as the price data of popular specific derivatives of this category.

Additional information:

Examples of popular Industrial metal derivatives are copper, aluminum, or iron.

Industry Metal Derivatives, e.g. Copper, Zinc, Iron

Physical industry metals

The Industry Metal Derivatives market in Belarus is experiencing a surge in interest and activity. Customer preferences in Belarus are shifting towards alternative investment options like metal derivatives, driven by a desire for portfolio diversification and potential higher returns compared to traditional investment avenues.

Trends in the market indicate a growing number of retail investors in Belarus are showing interest in metal derivatives, attracted by the opportunity to participate in the commodities market without directly owning physical assets. Local special circumstances, such as a stable political environment and a developing financial sector, are contributing to the growth of the metal derivatives market in Belarus. Additionally, increasing awareness and education about financial instruments are also playing a role in attracting investors to this market.

Underlying macroeconomic factors, including global economic conditions and geopolitical events, are influencing the demand for metal derivatives in Belarus. Investors are seeking ways to hedge against inflation and market volatility, further driving the adoption of these financial instruments in the country.

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.

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