Commodity Markets 101: From Energy to Agriculture

Commodity Markets 101: From Energy to Agriculture

Course Overview

This course provides a clear foundation for understanding commodity markets, from energy and metals to agricultural products, and explains how they are priced and traded. It focuses on the key factors that drive commodity prices, such as supply and demand, economic data, and global developments, in addition to the most important reports and organizations that influence the market. The course also includes practical applications to help learners understand how to trade commodities and build positions with confidence.

Instructors

Christy Achkar

Financial Market Analyst

Christy is a Financial Analyst at CFI who brings a fresh perspective to the finance sector. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance and a Master’s degree in International Business with a focus on Finance. Her expertise lies in fundamental analysis, where she combines academic knowledge with practical insights.

What You Will Learn

Understand the concept of commodity markets and their main types, from energy to agricultural products.
Identify the key factors that influence commodity prices and how to analyze them.
Understand the relationship between supply and demand and commodity price movements.
Follow the most important economic indicators that impact commodity markets.
Learn about the major organizations and reports related to commodities.
Understand how commodities are traded in financial markets.
Apply the knowledge in practice through real market examples.

Introduction to the course

In this video, you will receive an introduction to the course topics, where you will learn the fundamentals of commodity markets from energy commodities and metals to agricultural products and how they are priced and traded. The video explains the key factors that drive commodity prices, such as supply and demand, economic data, and global developments, in addition to the most important reports and organizations that influence these markets.

Module 1: Commodities Unlocked

This chapter provides the foundation on which the rest of the course is built, introducing you to the concept of commodities and their role in the global economy and financial markets. You will learn how commodity markets emerged and why they are considered one of the most important asset classes, as well as how to distinguish between different types of commodities in preparation for understanding their price movements and valuation in later chapters.

Module 2: Commodity Price Drivers

This chapter focuses on the main factors that drive commodity prices in global markets. It explains how supply and demand interact with economic and political variables, the role of the US dollar, and the impact of geopolitical and natural events. The chapter aims to build a clear understanding of the real reasons behind commodity price fluctuations, rather than simply following price movements.

Module 3: Economic Indicators That Affect Commodities

This chapter focuses on understanding the key economic indicators that play a direct role in driving commodity prices. It explains how data on growth, inflation, employment, and monetary policy affect global demand and investor behavior in commodity markets, linking these indicators to practical examples from the most widely traded commodities.

Module 4: Organizations and Reports to Watch

This chapter focuses on the key organizations and reports that play a pivotal role in commodity markets, and how their data and updates influence price movements. It highlights the importance of following these reports to understand the fundamental market outlook, anticipate potential changes in supply and demand, and connect fundamental news to price action.

Module 5: How to Trade Commodities

This chapter focuses on the different ways to trade commodities in financial markets, explaining the differences between each trading instrument in terms of risk, liquidity, and execution method. The chapter aims to help learners understand the available options for trading commodities and choose the most suitable approach based on investment goals and experience level.

Level

Beginner

Amount

6 Modules

21 Lessons

Duration

70 min

Language

English

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