Challenges
Alex, a mid-level trader based in New York, faces the challenge of navigating the volatile and unpredictable cocoa market. With recent unpredictable weather patterns in West Africa impacting cocoa production, Alex needs to quickly assess the situation and make trading decisions that could significantly affect the firm’s profitability. The complexity of global commodities markets, coupled with the need for real-time data analysis and understanding of regional factors, makes Alex’s daily operations highly challenging.