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Online/ London

Course Details

This comprehensive 5-day course provides a deep dive into the complexities and dynamics of international gas markets. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the gas supply chain, pricing mechanisms, trading strategies, risk management, and regulatory frameworks governing gas markets. The course covers key topics such as LNG trading, pipeline transportation, price formation, hedging techniques, and market analysis. Real-world case studies of gas trading activities and market fluctuations will provide valuable insights.

This course emphasizes practical application and market analysis. Participants will engage in simulations and case studies to apply the concepts learned and develop their trading skills. We’ll analyze historical market data, assess supply and demand dynamics, and explore the impact of geopolitical events on gas prices. By the end of this course, participants will be well-equipped to navigate the intricacies of international gas markets and make informed trading decisions.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand the international gas market structure.
Analyze gas supply and demand dynamics.
Apply various gas trading strategies.
Manage risks associated with gas trading.
Understand the regulatory framework governing gas markets

Gas traders and analysts
Energy professionals
Market analysts
Risk managers

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Course Outline

5 days Course

Introduction to International Gas Markets:
- Overview of the global gas market: Supply, demand, and trade flows.
- The gas value chain: Exploration, production, transportation, and distribution.
- LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) and pipeline gas trade.
- Case Study: Analysis of a major gas trading hub.

Gas Pricing and Price Formation:
- Gas pricing mechanisms: Hub pricing, indexation, and long-term contracts.
- Factors influencing gas prices: Supply and demand, weather, economic conditions, geopolitical events.
- Price forecasting and market analysis.
- Practical Exercise: Analyzing historical gas price data.

- Gas Trading Strategies:
  - Physical gas trading: Spot trading, forward contracts, and futures contracts.
  - Financial gas trading: Options, swaps, and other derivatives.
  - Arbitrage and spread trading.
  - Simulation: Participating in a simulated gas trading market.

- Risk Management in Gas Trading:
  - Market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
  - Hedging techniques: Using derivatives to manage price risk.
  - Risk assessment and mitigation.
  - Case Study: Analysis of a gas trading company’s risk management strategy.

- Regulatory Framework and Market Outlook:
  - Regulatory framework governing international gas markets.
  - Competition and antitrust issues.
  - Future trends and market outlook for the gas industry.
  - Practical Exercise: Developing a gas trading strategy considering market risks and regulatory constraints.

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