Commodity Trading in Geneva

Switzerland

Geneva is the European capital of commodity trading, home to some of the world's largest trading houses including Trafigura, Vitol, Gunvor, and Mercuria. The Geneva Trading and Shipping Association (GTSA) represents over 400 member companies. The city handles an estimated one-third of global oil trade and is a major center for metals, grains, and soft commodity trading.

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Why Geneva

What Makes Geneva a Commodity Hub

Exchanges & Markets
OTC (over-the-counter) — Geneva is primarily a physical trading center

Home to Trafigura, Vitol, Gunvor, Mercuria, and Litasco

Handles ~35% of global crude oil and petroleum products trade

GTSA — 400+ member commodity trading firms

World-class commodity trade finance from Swiss banks

Favorable Swiss cantonal tax regime for trading companies

Specialties

Commodities Traded in Geneva

Oil & Gas
Metals
Grains
Soft Commodities
Mining
Energy
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