Commodity Risk

With our outstanding knowledge of the commodities industries, solid reputation for market leadership in the field, and highly specialised teams of risk managers and traders, Fortis is the ideal partner for all of your commodities derivatives needs.

Our clients 

Because commodities are fundamental to the running of most businesses, the types of clients we offer related derivatives and other products can be extremely varied. Fortis' dedicated risk experts serve, among others:

• commodity producers
• commodity traders
• commodity consumers

Of course, the wider investment community – in particular, financial institutions – also look to Fortis' commodity derivatives structuring and trading teams when they want instruments to help complete their investment portfolios.

How we can help you

Our pricing and risk management specialists are ready to conduct an in-depth evaluation of your organisation's commodity exposures and advise you on optimal financial solutions, whether off-the-shelf or fully customised to your specific needs. Fortis has experts dedicated to all of the major commodities, including:

• precious metals 
• base metals 
• agri-commodities

We can easily provide you with margin finance, as well as world-class clearing services, not to mention cutting edge research in many commodity sectors.

Fortis Merchant Banking: the right choice

Fortis has been a market leader in commodity-related finance for many years, not least because of the skills and experience of our people. Our professionals operate out of presences London and Hong Kong, providing 24-hour order management to clients around the globe. In addition, we are members of the London Metal Exchange, Euronext.Liffe, the London Bullion Markets Association, NYBOT, the London Platinum & Palladium Market, and others.