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.Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.
Most recent update: Jul 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.
Most recent update: Jul 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Most recent update: Jul 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Most recent update: Jul 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Most recent update: Jul 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
The Industry Metal Derivatives market in Thailand is experiencing a significant growth trajectory driven by various factors.
Customer preferences: Investors in Thailand are increasingly turning to metal derivatives as a way to diversify their portfolios and hedge against market volatility. The appeal of these financial instruments lies in their potential for high returns and ability to spread risk across different assets.
Trends in the market: One notable trend in the Thai metal derivatives market is the growing popularity of gold and silver contracts. As safe-haven assets, gold and silver derivatives are in high demand during times of economic uncertainty, providing investors with a sense of security amidst market fluctuations. Moreover, the rise of industrialization in Thailand has also fueled the demand for base metal derivatives like copper and aluminum, reflecting the country's expanding manufacturing sector.
Local special circumstances: Thailand's strategic location in Southeast Asia positions it as a key player in the global supply chain, making it a hub for metal derivatives trading in the region. The country's stable political environment and supportive regulatory framework further attract foreign investors looking to participate in the metal derivatives market. Additionally, the presence of established commodity exchanges in Thailand facilitates easy access to a wide range of metal derivative products for both retail and institutional investors.
Underlying macroeconomic factors: The economic growth and industrial development in Thailand play a crucial role in driving the demand for metal derivatives. As the country continues to modernize its infrastructure and expand its manufacturing capabilities, the need for metal-based products and derivatives is expected to rise correspondingly. Furthermore, Thailand's strong export-oriented economy exposes it to global market trends, influencing the trading volumes and price movements of metal derivatives 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.Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat
Most recent update: Sep 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights