Engaging in discussions on coal is becoming increasingly complex; however, it is a fact that many economies have requirements, particularly in terms of logistics. And although renewables represent the future, it is imperative to acknowledge the current situation: fossil fuels serve as the primary source of funding for renewable energy investments. This outcome stems from […]
In a (sponsored) piece on the Corriere del Ticino news portal, SUISSENÉGOCE examines the significance of the commodities sector in Switzerland, emphasizing Lugano’s role in the trade of metals and minerals vital for the energy transition. In a brief interview, LCTA President Matteo Somaini highlights the importance of a stable and sustainable supply, achievable through […]
On July 1 and 2, Lugano held the Global Commodities Conference 2024, organized by the Lugano Commodity Trading Association (LCTA), where the commodities industry debated the influence of current geopolitical dynamics and the energy transition on global commodity markets. More than 150 industry professionals from across Switzerland and major centers such as London and Dubai […]
What is happening to the commodities market and how will it affect the consumers’ pockets? Corriere del Ticino asked LCTA President Matteo Somaini. You can read the interview here (in Italian): A parte i prezzi di cacao e caffé le commodities restano al palo (cdt.ch, 18.09.2024)