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Commodity Trading: Gold, Oil, Metals
and More with YES SECURITIES!

Take advantage of the ups and downs in prices of gold, oil, metals, and other valuable commodities as you leverage market dynamics to boost your capital!

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BUYFMCG

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Target:
₹2,814.00

Current Price:
2,647.40

Potential upside+5.92%

BUYFMCG

Krystal integrated services limited

Target:
₹2,814.00

Current Price:
2,647.40

Potential upside+5.92%

BUYFMCG

Krystal integrated services limited

Target:
₹2,814.00

Current Price:
2,647.40

Potential upside+5.92%

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Why Invest in Commodities?

Hedge Against Inflation

Gold has long been a traditional hedge against inflation, while crude oil and metals also tend to gain during rising inflation due to shifting demand-supply dynamics.

Portfolio Diversification

Investing in commodities allows you to diversify and mitigate risks in your portfolio and trade conveniently from anywhere.

Potential
Returns

Commodity prices, which can yield significant returns, are influenced by various factors, including supply and demand, inflation, and economic conditions.

Commodity Trading Futures

Engage in commodity trading by buying and selling contracts on the futures exchange.

Hedge Against Inflation

Gold has long been a traditional hedge against inflation, while crude oil and metals also tend to gain during rising inflation due to shifting demand-supply dynamics.

How to Activate a Commodity Trading Account with YES Securities?

1In the Demat and Product stage, select Commodity under Product Details.
2For commodities, accept the following: Commodity Terms & Conditions (T&C) ,Commodity Categorisation,Commodity Name
3Accept the CAMSfinserv Terms and Conditions.
4Complete the CAMSfinserv verification journey.
5Six months of bank statements will be automatically retrieved and uploaded under the Income Proof section during the document stage.

Documents Required to Open Commodity Trading Account

Salary Slip

Form 16

Bank Statement
(Last 6 Months)

ITR
Acknowledgement

Net Worth
Certificate

Demat Holding
Statement

What is commodities?

Commodity trading involves buying and selling raw materials like gold, metal, oil, or agricultural products through spot or futures contracts. It helps producers, traders, and investors manage price risks and gain exposure to market movements. This type of trading plays a crucial role in balancing global demand and supply, offering opportunities for risk management and speculation across sectors.

Did you know? Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world

FAQs on Commodities

How does commodity trading work?

Commodity trading involves buying and selling standardised contracts via an electronic platform, where orders are matched using price-time priority. Trades require margin deposits and follow strict risk management protocols.

What are the MCX Holidays this year?

MCX will remain closed on major holidays in 2025, including New Year, Holi, Diwali, and Christmas. Muhurat trading will be held on October 21. Regular sessions resume otherwise.

Is commodity trading profitable?

Yes, commodity trading can be profitable, but it also involves risks that depend on market conditions and trading strategies.

Which is better to trade - commodity options or commodity futures?

Since the option holder can participate in any price movement, options in the commodity market give them greater flexibility. In addition to being more affordable than a futures contract, it offers significantly larger returns and a loss cap of the option's price.

How risky is commodity trading, and how to manage it?

Commodity trading carries significant risks due to market volatility, but these can be managed through diversification, risk assessment, and the use of stop-loss orders.