Precious Metal Derivatives - Malawi

The nominal value in the Precious Metal Derivatives market is projected to reach US$1.17bn in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 4.80% resulting in a projected total amount of US$1.47bn by 2029.
The average price per contract in the Precious Metal Derivatives market amounts to US$0.13 in 2024.
From a global comparison perspective it is shown that the highest nominal value is reached United States (US$11.92tn in 2024).
In the Precious Metal Derivatives market, the number of contracts is expected to amount to 10.06k by 2029.

Definition:

The Precious Metal Derivatives market refers to derivatives of precious metals such as gold or silver. These include financial vehicles such as options and 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 gold, an investor could own a derivative of gold). 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 precious metal derivatives are gold, silver, or platinum.

Precious Metal Derivatives, e.g. Gold, Silver, Platinum

Physical precious metal commodities

The Precious Metal Derivatives market in Malawi is experiencing a shift in customer preferences towards more diversified investment options.

Customer preferences: Investors in Malawi are increasingly looking to diversify their portfolios by including Precious Metal Derivatives as part of their investment strategy. This shift is driven by a growing awareness of the benefits of diversification and risk management in a volatile market environment.

Trends in the market: One noticeable trend in the Precious Metal Derivatives market in Malawi is the increasing demand for gold and silver derivatives. Investors are attracted to the stability and hedging properties of these precious metals, especially during times of economic uncertainty. Additionally, there is a growing interest in platinum and palladium derivatives, reflecting the evolving investment preferences in the country.

Local special circumstances: Malawi's economy, heavily reliant on agriculture, is susceptible to external factors such as global commodity prices and weather conditions. As a result, investors in Malawi are turning to Precious Metal Derivatives as a way to diversify their investment portfolios and mitigate risks associated with the country's economic vulnerabilities.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The development of the Precious Metal Derivatives market in Malawi is also influenced by broader macroeconomic factors such as inflation rates, exchange rate fluctuations, and government policies. As investors seek to safeguard their wealth against inflation and currency depreciation, Precious Metal Derivatives offer a viable investment option that can provide a hedge against these risks. Furthermore, government initiatives to promote financial market development and investor protection are contributing to the growth of the Precious Metal Derivatives market in Malawi.

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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Precious metals have long been seen as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. When stock markets are volatile or currencies devalue, investors flock to precious metals like gold and silver as a store of value, driving their prices up. Gold, in particular, stands out as the most popular choice for protecting wealth in times of uncertainty, with central banks around the world holding vast reserves to safeguard against currency fluctuations and political upheaval. Also, the demand for gold as an investment outweighs its demand for industrial uses - more so if we also consider owning jewelry as a form of investment. This pattern contrasts sharply to other precious metals. Silver, for instance, has a much stronger industrial demand, due to its use in sectors like electronics, solar panels, and medical equipment. Platinum follows a similar pattern, with industrial demand outpacing investment demand, due to the its many different end uses.