Marex’s Hedging Solutions team joined Agrinvest, a division of Marex, to deliver a two-day commodity risk management masterclass in Guatemala, bringing together producers, consumers and industry professionals from the sugar, grains, coffee and palm oil sectors.
The event highlighted Agrinvest’s longstanding expertise in agricultural commodity markets, now complemented by Marex’s global capabilities in hedging and risk management. Together, the teams shared insights to help businesses navigate today’s increasingly volatile commodity markets with greater confidence.
Designed as an interactive educational programme, the masterclass explored the fundamentals of commodity price risk management, providing attendees with a deeper understanding of how futures, options and OTC (over-the-counter) derivatives can be used to protect margins and support commercial decision-making.
Sessions covered a range of topics, from the evolution of commodity derivatives and futures markets to options strategies and structured OTC solutions. Participants also learned how tailored products—including forwards, swaps and options—can be designed to meet specific commercial objectives, offering greater flexibility than standard exchange-traded instruments.
In addition to the educational sessions, attendees were introduced to Marex’s Agile platform, demonstrating how technology can simplify pricing, execution and ongoing risk management. Throughout the event, real-world examples relevant to Guatemala’s agricultural industries helped bring these concepts to life, encouraging discussion around practical hedging strategies for businesses operating in today’s market environment.
Beyond the technical content, the masterclass provided an opportunity for clients and market participants to exchange ideas, discuss current market challenges and strengthen relationships across Guatemala’s agricultural community.
By combining Agrinvest’s deep agricultural market expertise with Marex’s global hedging and risk management capabilities, the masterclass highlighted a shared commitment to helping businesses across Latin America better manage commodity price risk through education and tailored hedging solutions.
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