Sucden Financial Limited

Adaptability is one of the characteristics that has driven Sucden Financial's success over the last half-century. We are always inspired by the opportunity to respond to new developments and to connect markets, clients and the wider real-world economy - creating value in everything we do. Watch our new film to find out more about our story. #OpportunityEngineers

With just a few days to go until the Acuiti Hedge Fund Derivatives Managers’ Meeting, our team is looking forward to joining industry peers and discussing the latest trends shaping global derivatives markets. As proud sponsors of the event, we’ll be there to connect with attendees and share insights on market access, liquidity solutions and multi-asset execution. If you’re attending, we’d welcome the opportunity to meet you and discuss how we support hedge funds with tailored trading and execution solutions. 👉 Event details: acuiti.io/events/hedge-f…

🚴‍♀️ Looking for an exciting corporate challenge for 2026? 🚴‍♂️ Bring your colleagues together and take on an epic cycling challenge, while showcasing your company’s commitment to social impact. Join our charity ride from Ghent to Amsterdam, raising funds for the @EastEnd_CF Life Chances Campaign. This is a fantastic corporate sponsorship opportunity, offering meaningful brand exposure, team engagement, and the chance to support an amazing cause. Now in our fourth year, the ride will align with the 2026 @TradeTechFX Conference, which we’re proud to sponsor, and is delivered with the support and expertise of our friends at @SaddleDrunk. All cycling abilities welcome, but places are limited. 👉 Register your interest to receive full details: forms.office.com/e/SJbX7yWeh6

What’s the latest outlook for #Metals ? sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi… Our Quarterly Metals Report is out now, offering a comprehensive breakdown of the forces shaping global metals markets as we move into 2026. Designed for traders, analysts and institutional investors, this edition provides a clear, data‑driven view of price dynamics, speculative flows, and the macro trends driving volatility across base and precious metals. From #copper’s continued influence on complex‑wide sentiment, to liquidity pressures ahead of Lunar New Year, to evolving geopolitical and tariff risks, the report delivers actionable insights to help you navigate shifting market conditions with confidence. Explore: 🔹 Market‑by‑market analysis across base and precious metals 🔹Key drivers influencing Q1 volatility 🔹Macro themes shaping investor positioning 🔹Forward‑looking expectations and price ranges 🔔 Stay ahead of the markets. Sign up for Market Insights alerts on our website to receive ongoing updates, research, and strategic commentary.

#Copper Outlook - Are we seeing the start of a new cycle or liquidity‑driven spikes? The metal has recently pushed to fresh highs and, as Daria Efanova explains, the next moves may hinge less on fair value and more on flows with systematic participation amplifying intraday swings. Into Lunar New Year, seasonally thinning liquidity and an inventory reshuffle could keep price discovery choppy and range‑driven in the near term, even as the 2026 balance looks thin, leaving the market sensitive to any new supply disruption. Questions we ask 🔹 Are we watching a fundamentals story or a positioning story? 🔹 Do rising exchange stocks + contango signal de‑risking ahead of holidays? 🔹 How should markets price the tariff risk premium into mid‑2026? 🎥 Watch the full recording of last week's webinar on our website and sign up for our market insights.

Liquidity can look fine on the surface in #basemetals and #preciousmetals, until it isn’t. In this extract from our Metals Market Webinar , Viktoria Kuszak unpacks why today’s price strength may be masking fragile underlying liquidity, with systematic flows dominating price discovery and reduced natural selling from producer hedging, a set-up that can turn routine positioning into non-linear moves and price gaps when conditions tighten. Key metrics we’re watching for signs of stress: 🔹 Nearby spreads tightening into backwardation. 🔹 Sudden withdrawal of exchange stocks 🔹 Exchange margin hikes that reduce balance sheet capacity/market-making activity 🔹 Macro shocks & tariff headlines that can trigger synchronised corrections across base and precious metals We believe speculative momentum in precious metals flows has become overextended, increasing the risk of sharp contractions if sentiment turns. ▶️ Watch the clip here and the full webinar recording on our website, where you may also sign up for our market insights: sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi…

Gold & Silver: How Durable Is the Rally? In yesterday’s Metals Market Webinar, we break down why #gold’s upside can stay supported by geopolitics and elevated US political uncertainty, while #silver is being pulled more aggressively by financial flows and positioning. 🔹 Is the silver market really easing in 2026, or is metal still ‘unavailable’ because it’s tied up in ETPs and leasing remains tight? 🔹 If this move is being driven more by financial conditions than near-term fundamentals, how sharp could reversals be when confidence turns? Watch the full video clip for deeper insights and sign up for our market insights alerts on our website: sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi…

We’re delighted to be sponsoring the Dubai Sugar Conference once again in 2026, and especially excited to be part of the conference’s 10th anniversary year 🎉 Our team is looking forward to catching up with colleagues and friends and making new connections along the way. If you’re attending and would like to learn more about our sugar services, get in touch to set up a conversation during the event. 👥 Attending from our team: 👉 Mark Cooper and Imogen Bailey See you in Dubai!

Walking a Fine Line: sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi… Our latest #Coffee Crop Update explores the delicate balance shaping today’s global coffee markets and answers some of the most pressing questions facing the industry: 🔹 How fragile is the balance in today’s global coffee market? 🔹 Will Brazil’s expected crop recovery be enough to shift the market from deficit to surplus? 🔹 How will tightening Robusta availability, shifting trade dynamics, and complex macro pressures shape pricing in 2026? This report also examines US monetary policy, tariff risks, Asia’s fast‑growing consumption trends, and shifting supply dynamics across key producing regions. It gives market participants the clear, data‑driven information they need to make informed decisions in an increasingly volatile market environment. 🔔 Sign up for Market Insights alerts via the Sucden Financial website.

🎙️ Metals Market Webinar - Our 2026 Outlook Join us for a live webinar as we break down the themes shaping Q1 and beyond. 👉 Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… 🗓️ Wednesday, 28 January 2026 🕙 10:00–11:00 (GMT) | Online 🎟️ Complimentary to attend We'll cover: 🔹Dovish Fed perception: Why do we believe that there will be a stronger bias for #FederalReserve interest rate cuts in 2026? 🔹AI story: Our outlook on how the equity space will perform based on AI valuations for 2026 🔹Liquidity in metals: How much higher can prices rise before liquidity dries up? Could volatility spike further for both precious and #basemetals? 🔹#Preciousmetals: What share of the move is macro fundamentals vs speculative positioning? With the Lunar New Year thinning liquidity, does the balance tilt toward short-term positioning? 🔹 Non-benchmark base metals: Fundamentals at work or a liquidity-driven trade?

🔍 New Year, New Market Realities: What drives markets when speculation overwhelms fundamentals? sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi… Markets are entering 2026 with heightened uncertainty, shifting risk premiums and increasingly sentiment‑driven price action. Our latest report distils the key macro, political, and commodity themes shaping trading conditions in the year ahead, providing traders, analysts, and institutional investors with a clear and actionable framework for navigating volatility. The report includes: 🔹Metals markets - copper, gold, silver and broader base and precious metals trends 🔹FX and fixed income - shifting term premiums, bond volatility and forward‑rate expectations 🔹Geopolitics & US policy risk - midterms, trade tensions and labour‑market signals 🔹The AI story, Japan, China and stablecoin regulatory developments Get a concise yet comprehensive view of what truly matters for positioning and strategy.

We are delighted to announce that Bruno Almeida has been appointed as Sucden Financial’s Chief Financial Officer. You can read our full announcement here: sucdenfinancial.com/en/newsroom/su… “Bruno has already made a significant contribution to Sucden Financial, in particular through the implementation of enhanced capital and liquidity risk management systems and processes. In his new role as CFO, Bruno’s expertise will be invaluable as we enter new markets and create more opportunities for our clients.” – Marc Bailey, Chief Executive Officer

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re proud to reflect on a year of meaningful progress. From championing the next generation of FX professionals and expanding our business footprint to strengthening our financial position, we’ve continued to build for the future. We’ve deepened our commitment to sustainability, and we’re honoured to continue our support for the @EastEnd_CF, helping to address the needs of vulnerable people across East London. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of our journey this year. Season’s greetings and best wishes for a successful 2026 from all of us at Sucden Financial.

🎉 We’re celebrating significant progress in our corporate responsibility journey: a 74.5% reduction in our carbon emissions and our decision to work with @Impact4Climate You can read more here: sucdenfinancial.com/en/newsroom/su…

Will the #Dollar Weaken in 2026? We’re excited to share our latest in-depth analysis, the EUR/USD 2026 Outlook. 👉sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi… This comprehensive report examines how Federal Reserve rate cuts, European Central Bank policy, and US political developments may impact the dollar and euro in the year ahead. Key topics include: 🔹The December FOMC as a macro catalyst 🔹Divergent rate paths for the Fed and ECB 🔹Political and fiscal risks around the US midterms 🔹Europe’s structural pressure points and growth outlook 🔹Scenario analysis for #EUR/#USD in 2026 Whether you’re a market professional or simply want to stay ahead of global #FX trends, this report is essential reading. Read the full report and sign up for our complimentary Market Insights on our website.

James Husband, Head of #eFX Trading Solutions at Sucden Financial, shares his insights in an interview with for e-Forex magazine on why advanced FX liquidity management is critical for institutional pricing. Read the full article here: e-forex.net/advanced-liqui… As #FX markets become increasingly electronic and data-driven, optimising liquidity stacks is no longer optional; it’s essential for reducing costs, improving execution quality, and managing risk. James emphasises the importance of diversifying liquidity sources while avoiding over-aggregation to maintain quality and efficiency. He also highlights how tools like @FairXchangeLtd's Horizon enable Sucden Financial to proactively manage liquidity through AI-driven analytics.

#UKBudget 2025 – What’s Ahead? sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi… Our latest report provides a clear and in-depth examination of the fiscal challenges posed by sluggish growth, rising debt, and shifting government priorities. You’ll find expert insights and potential changes on: ✔ Fiscal rules and policy direction ✔ Personal and property tax adjustments ✔ Pension reforms ✔ Targeted measures for businesses Read the full complimentary report on our website.

Explore Q4 Metals Market Trends with Sucden Financial’s Latest complimentary Quarterly #Metals Report: sucdenfinancial.com/en/market-insi… Volatility remains elevated, with markets still contending with the aftermath of the resolved US government shutdown, as delayed data complicate efforts to discern the Fed’s policy path. Markets remain highly sensitive to Fed signalling and tariff dynamics, keeping price swings elevated even as yields soften and speculative flows dominate commodity moves. Against this backdrop: #Basemetals show mixed resilience amid shifts in supply and demand. #Preciousmetals remain the steadiest anchor into year-end Our latest report examines these trends, providing valuable insights for industry participants in a rapidly evolving market. 🔔 Sign up for Market Insights alerts on our website for ongoing updates.