07/06/2022

Metals and Medicine

The medical industry is a key source of demand for gold, silver, copper, platinum and palladium. As spending on healthcare provision and R&D becomes ever more vital in the face of an ageing population, this demand may be set to increase in years to come.

Metals and Mining Series - 3/4

31/05/2022

Four Metals Shaping the Modern Economy

We look at some of the four most prominent metals in the new world economy, examining why copper, nickel, cobalt and platinum could be ones to watch over the coming years.

Metals and Mining Series - 1/4

03/05/2022

Understanding the Commodities Universe - Softs, Hards, Ags

Commodities are an asset class that can prove challenging for investors but one that can bring potential diversification benefits to portfolios at times of broader market stress.

Investing in Commodities Series - 1/4

19/04/2022

Will the Russian Invasion of Ukraine delay Net Zero?

The Russian Invasion of Ukraine has precipitated a humanitarian catastrophe and thrown many world markets into turmoil. Much of the global response has been in the form of sanctions, which have put pressure on energy supplies and put the future of many mineral inputs under the spotlight.

In this webinar, we examine the ramifications of the war from a net zero perspective. Will the sanctions delay the drive to net zero? How might global commodities markets be disrupted? Will the war itself distract governments from the importance of decarbonisation? Is the end of globalisation nigh, and what effect might this have on the green agenda?

15/12/2021

2022 Metals Outlook w/ CRU

In this second instalment of our Outlook series, NTree's Head of Research, Hamad Ebrahim and CRU's Director, Paul Robinson discuss the past, present, and future trends in the metals markets, particularly precious and base metals.

Paul has over 25 years’ experience in commodity industries working across the metals, mining, and power sectors. He is a member of CRU’s Group Executive and works on M&A activities and broader business development opportunities for the company.

Professional investors can expect to gain an insight on the precious and base metals markets into the next year, and the future technology causing the headwinds in commodity consumption. Additionally, what metals may benefit from a stronger ESG focus through clean energy technologies.

21/04/2021

The Outlook for Precious and Base Metals with Paul Robinson, CRU

Hamad Ebrahim, NTree’s head of research, in discussion Paul Robinson, Director, CRU. Covering the outlook for gold, silver, platinum, palladium, copper and nickel as well as whether a commodity supercycle has begun or not.

27/01/2021

Spotlight Series II: Platinum Group Metals - Cleaning the World’s Air

Two of the most expensive metals in the world, Platinum and Palladium are also vital in removing harmful gasses from vehicle exhausts - a vital step to a net-zero economy. Since the 1970s, Platinum Group Metals have been the most important component in catalytic converters, and as governments around the world gradually require ever cleaner vehicles, the load of metal per unit has increased in step.

In this second episode of Metal.Digital’s Spotlight Series, we support professional investors to understand how the catalytics industry might affect the price of Platinum and Palladium over the coming decade.

Take a look at the BrightTALK page below for more information, and to register for the free webinar.

13/01/2021

Spotlight Series I: Platinum Group Metals - A Zero Carbon Economy

As Internal Combustion Engines are gradually phased out across the world, the demand for Platinum and Palladium will likely be picked up by a new industry, no less transformational – Hydrogen Fuel Cells.

Promising to radically alter the ways in which we produce and store energy, this technology will be instrumental in the transition to a zero-carbon economy across the world, with far-reaching benefits in both developed and emerging markets. In this first episode of Metal.Digital’s Spotlight Series, we go into detail on Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology.

Take a look at the BrightTALK page below for more information, and to register for the free event.

22/12/2020

2020: A Great Year for Metals?

The turbulence of 2020’s Coronavirus crisis has meant that many asset classes have experienced a great deal of volatility this year, but certain metals have offered strong returns. Both as directional trades, diversifiers, and inflation hedges, metals can be attractive to investors of all stripes, not least as that turbulence looks set to continue into 2021.

Professional investors will leave with a better understanding of the key trends of 2020, equipping them to better understand the commodities market in 2021.

Take a look at the event page over on BrightTALK for more information on this free webinar.