Yearly Archives: 2025

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 34: Understanding the Role of Brokers in LME Trading

Brokers play a fundamental role in accessing the London Metal Exchange (LME), as the key intermediaries between traders and the market. In this episode,...

Power Generation: The Boom of Renewable Energy

The rise in energy demand since the 1970s has been largely met by fossil fuels. However, growing environmental concerns and the need for cleaner...

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 33: Understanding Credit Lines in OTC & LME Trading

Credit lines play a crucial role in managing risk and ensuring smooth transactions in trading. In this episode, we explore the complexities of credit...

Is CO2 Really the Enemy? A New Perspective for the Secondary ALuminium Industry

For years, the conversation around carbon dioxide has been oversimplified. Governments and environmental organisations have labelled CO2 as the primary driver of climate change,...

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 32: Understanding Credit Lines in LME Trading

Navigating the London Metal Exchange (LME) can be complex, especially when it comes to financing your trades. In this episode, we dive deep into...

ALuminium in Construction: Application and Benefits

Imagine a building that stands tall against time, resists corrosion, enhances energy efficiency and offers unmatched design flexibility. Sounds futuristic? It’s already here, thanks...

Fall & rise in love: Timeless & sustainable Valentine’s Day surprises that are forever

Life will give you 99 reasons not to fall in love, but with the right person, one reason is enough to fall and rise...

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 31: Understanding Variation Margins & Margin Calls

Previously, we introduced the concept of initial margin—the amount you deposit before entering a trade. In this blog, we take things further with variation...

Innovation in ALuminium – Key to Sustainability

When I begin to write this column, it is most important to understand and consider the far-reaching importance of why aluminium is considered the...

Optimising Production Lines for Electric Motor Components

In the fast-evolving electric motor industry, precision and efficiency define success. Manufacturers seeking to enhance their production lines must invest in high-performance equipment that...

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