Commodities

The nominal value in the Commodities market is projected to reach US$614.20bn in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 3.02% resulting in a projected total amount of US$712.60bn by 2029.
The average price per contract in the Commodities market amounts to US$0.06 in 2024.
From a global comparison perspective it is shown that the highest nominal value is reached United States (US$53.69tn in 2024).
In the Commodities market, the number of contracts is expected to amount to 13.38m by 2029.

Definition:

The commodities market refers to derivatives of commodities. 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 commodities market comprises derivatives of precious metals, industrial metals, energy products, agricultural products & the Emission Trade System. The segments of precious metals, industrial metals, energy products, and agricultural products are also providing price data of popular specific derivatives. The segment data of the Emission Trade System (ETS) is only provided for countries where an ETS is in place (therefore the number of countries where data is shown is reduced in comparison to other segments).

Additional information:

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) as well as the average notional value per contract. Furthermore, the share of futures and options is provided for these KPIs to display even more insights into this market.

Options & Futures
Precious Metal Derivatives
Industry Metal Derivatives
Energy Product Derivatives
Agricultural Product Derivatives
Emission Trading System

Physical commodities
Other Derivative types
other Commodity Types

The Commodities market in Thailand has been experiencing a notable shift in recent years.

Customer preferences: Investors in Thailand have shown a growing interest in Commodities as an alternative investment option, seeking diversification and potential higher returns compared to traditional assets. This trend is in line with the global movement towards alternative investments in search of yield.

Trends in the market: One key trend in the Commodities market in Thailand is the increasing participation of retail investors. This can be attributed to the rise of online trading platforms, which have made it more accessible for individual investors to trade in Commodities. Additionally, the growing popularity of leveraged trading products has also contributed to the expansion of the retail investor base in the market.

Local special circumstances: Thailand's strategic location in Southeast Asia has positioned it as a key player in the region's Commodities market. The country's strong economic fundamentals, political stability, and well-developed financial infrastructure have attracted foreign investors looking to capitalize on the region's growth potential. Moreover, the government's initiatives to promote the financial market have further boosted the development of the Commodities market in Thailand.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The economic growth and stability in Thailand have played a crucial role in shaping the Commodities market. As the economy continues to expand, driven by factors such as infrastructure development, urbanization, and increasing consumer spending, investors are looking to capitalize on the growth opportunities presented in the Commodities market. Additionally, the government's focus on attracting foreign investments and promoting capital market development has created a conducive environment for the growth of the Commodities market in Thailand.

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.

This report presents a comprehensive analysis and additional information on the Financial market, in a PDF format.