Onyx Researchers Martha and Vincent join CEO Greg to discuss the main stories of the week, including the large oil and gas merges and acquisitions. ExxonMobil acquired Pioneer and this is pretty much doubling down in shale oil, which is only strengthening the U.S. economy and energy security. Greg discusses the significant impact of the derivative market on the oil and gas industry, highlighting the historical shift from independent-driven production with hedging to a more consolidated and less ...
Oct 24, 2023•37 min•Season 5Ep. 30
The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, and the potential for further escalations has led the crude oil market to experience a significant price increase in Brent and WTI, posting a near 6% gain on Friday (the highest daily percentage gain since April). Greg, Vincent and Martha ask (and answer) the question: Is $100 Oil back on the menu? Make sure to view this episode on YouTube if you’d like to follow along with the on screen graphics.
Oct 17, 2023•34 min•Season 5Ep. 29
CEO and Onyx Founder Greg Neman joins Research Associate Vincent Wu to discuss the Geopolitical Risk Premium and how the attacks on Israel have caused a bullish reaction. But the question is, what will happen to prices based on Iran’s role in the tensions in the Middle East? Vincent gives an update for what happened in the market last week. There was more volatility, refinery margins coming off and bearish EIA stats showing weaker gasoline demand and inventory build, which triggered a very beari...
Oct 10, 2023•30 min
With the interest rate worries continuing, the strong US dollar and products weak it begs the question as to “how are we not rallying?” The Research team discusses the complete weakness in RBBR right now. Although it’s very weak in the futures, the end user isn't seeing the good effects of this. Greg dives into a deep discussion into over-thinking and risk-reward strategy. While Audrey and Vincent bring some great trade ideas to the table. If you would like to watch on Youtube, you can follow al...
Oct 04, 2023•47 min•Season 5Ep. 17
Will an oil price rally mean higher airfares? As people are looking to purchase flights home for Christmas, we of course notice that prices are drastically higher. Although this is a classic case of dynamic pricing, we also need to consider the role Brent plays in all of this, as there’s a clear sensitivity around $100 per barrel and $120 on the products. Join the Onyx team for a market update, covering high flat prices, demand destruction and how this will affect airlines. Greg, Audrey, Vincent...
Sep 26, 2023•30 min•Season 5Ep. 26
Hiring the right people is key to any business's success. In this special episode, Greg is joined by John Beckwith, the Chief People Officer of Onyx Capital Group, to discuss the importance of proper recruitment, building strong business foundations, and what makes a great leader. John and Greg explain the harsh realities that CEOs are met with, what qualities exceptional managers possess, and how climbing the corporate ladder can impact professional and personal relationships with colleagues. J...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 25
The Onyx Research team: Audrey, Martha and Vincent join CEO Greg Newman for a market update. Vincent discusses his first attendance to APPEC and the headlines that have since come out about trade houses and majors signalling bullish again after a lull this year. Which leaves us asking the question; what does Q4 hold? The LNG plant strikes in Australia saw workers at Chevron (which accounts for 5% of global supply) walk off the job on Friday after talks broke down. Martha poses an interesting que...
Sep 12, 2023•30 min•Season 5Ep. 24
This week Greg is joined by Audrey as they discuss Onyx's futures report, building momentum in the crude market, and how the media narrative could play in to this anticipated rally. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
Sep 05, 2023•34 min•Season 5Ep. 24
In this special episode, Greg speaks to English and New Zealand national boxing champion, Amy Andrew, about her life and career. Find Amy on instagram here https://www.instagram.com/amyandrewboxing/ Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/
Aug 31, 2023•43 min
Greg and the research team discuss the past week in LNG, share two trade ideas and provide some insight into Japan's energy markets. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu/ Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
Aug 22, 2023•48 min•Season 5Ep. 21
Director of Brokerage, Harry, and podcast regular Ehsan join Greg this week. They discuss strength in Naphtha, how oil swaps contracts are interconnected and the media narrative around the latest oil rally. Watch on YouTube here to follow along with referenced visuals. https://youtu.be/7SYkggRDSys Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Harry Campion https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrycampionuk/...
Aug 15, 2023•33 min•Season 5Ep. 20
Joining Greg once again are Ehsan, Audrey and Vincent. The team review the Q2 financial reports for the big 6. And - a technical breakdown of how ETF flows interact with the oil market. Watch on YouTube here to follow along with visuals. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu/ Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/...
Aug 08, 2023•31 min•Season 5Ep. 19
This week Greg is joined by Ehsan, Vincent & Audrey. What are the market mechanisms behind the recent rally in gasoline? And - what impact will the issuing of 100 new North Sea contracts have on production? Watch on YouTube here to follow along with referenced visuals. https://youtu.be/qA-1HOGjQ_Q Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu/ Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com...
Aug 01, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Joining Greg this week are Mackenzie and Alec, senior brokers at Onyx Capital Group, as they share insights into their unique roles. Discover how the brokerage model is adapting to meet the needs of a new generation of traders and explore the value of information and expertise in a rapidly changing market. A must listen if you're curious about the inner workings of the oil market and the crucial role brokers play. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Mackenzie Day https://www....
Jul 26, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 17
Greg is joined by Martha, Vincent & Audrey for this episode. What does the future look like for OPEC+? And - what will the impact of China's diversification strategy mean for global oil trade? Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Martha Dowding https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-dowding-ab84801a6/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu/ Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/...
Jul 18, 2023•37 min•Season 5Ep. 16
Onyx was co-founded in 2016 by Omar Kayaam and Greg Newman. After their success building and trading their own market-making desks at Mandara Capital, they left to start their own company with a view to capitalise on the rapidly evolving oil derivatives market. Seven years later - Onyx is the largest liquidity provider in oil derivatives, trading over 25 billion paper barrels a year and maintaining an average of 20% market share within oil swaps. So - how did they do it? Greg Newman https://www....
Jul 11, 2023•36 min•Season 5Ep. 15
Ehsan, Vincent & Audrey join Greg for this episode. On the agenda is the bullish momentum in Brent and Saudi Arabia’s decision to extend its voluntary cuts. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu/ Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
Jul 04, 2023•48 min•Season 5Ep. 14
The definitive book on financial oil markets is here! Greg speaks to performance expert and old friend James King about the release of his new book 'World of Oil Derivatives'. Greg talks about why he wrote the book and why now is the perfect time for a resource like this in the market. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ James King https://www.linkedin.com/in/acceleratingexcellence/
Jun 28, 2023•44 min•Season 5Ep. 13
Ehsan & Vincent join Greg for this episode. The team touch on market influencers, value investing and why the oil derivatives market is going to present great opportunities for retail traders. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu/
Jun 20, 2023•53 min•Season 5Ep. 12
This week, Greg is joined by Audrey & Vincent. Audrey asks whether markets are ready to handle AI-generated images and why humans are so bad at spotting them. Vincent looks at what the bloc can do to 'Make OPEC great again' and the team discuss S&P 500 and Nasdaq closing at highest levels since April '22. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderiva... Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-w... Audrey Byrne https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/ #energy #politi...
Jun 13, 2023•54 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In this episode the Onyx Research team react to the outcome of the latest OPEC+ meeting and the Saudi output pledge. Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/ Martha Dowding https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-dowding-ab84801a6/
Jun 06, 2023•32 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In this episode Greg Newman and Vincent Wu discuss the market dynamics surrounding another potenital OPEC+ cut. Plus - insight into the genesis and growth of #WuFridays Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Vincent Wu https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/
May 30, 2023•47 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Greg Newman speaks to the Onyx Data team. Discover how the integration of data-driven strategies is revolutionising decision-making processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and fuelling innovation within the oil swaps landscape. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Adam Butler https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-butler-57629966/ Tom Dyson https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-dyson-5108aa12b/
May 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In this episode Greg Newman and the Onyx Research team discuss the resurgence in the markets. Plus - will OPEC cut again? Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Audrey Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
May 19, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 7
On the agenda this week is the evolution of trading culture. Plus - how did we build our research team here at Onyx? And - how much recognition are financial flows getting in the derivatives market today? Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Vincent Wu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/ Audrey Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
May 09, 2023•50 min•Season 5Ep. 6
This week; the team discusses BP's profits hitting $5B whilst shares slip on slowing buybacks. Plus - how much do we know about diesel and gasoline being smuggling out of Iran? And - is trading at all like gambling? Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/ Audrey Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/...
May 03, 2023•51 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this episode Greg Newman and the Onyx Research team discuss Chinese fuel demand, weak refinery margins, and the natural gas market. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/ Audrey Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
Apr 26, 2023•48 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Greg Newman is joined once again by the Onyx Research team. In this episode - the team discuss Just Stop Oil, the future of renewables and recession fears. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Vincent Wu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/ Audrey Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/ Martha Dowding https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-dowding-ab84801a6/
Apr 21, 2023•52 min•Season 5Ep. 3
We're back! Greg Newman is joined by the Research team in Onyx's brand new studios. In this episode - the team discuss OPEC+ cuts, the media's reaction and much more. Greg Newman https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilderivatives/ Ehsan Massah https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilanalyst/ Vincent Wu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-wu-099816125/ Audrey Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-byrne-a32009183/
Apr 14, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 2
We start the new season with some new traders. Greg is joined by two of Onyx Commodities freshest recruits Tara Uttamaram & Pranav Menon. They discuss how to become a junior trader, the ways in which perceptions of trading in graduates has changed and the importance of succession. For those interested in a career in financial oil trading, this episode is for you.
Jun 22, 2022•43 min•Season 5Ep. 1
