The Shipbrokers Podcast

The Shipbrokers Podcast
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The Shipbrokers Podcast, brought to you by Gibson Shipbrokers, brings you broker driven analysis and expert-led conversations from the ever-changing world of shipping and trade. Produced in-house at our headquarters in London, this podcast delivers timely analysis of the events shaping freight markets. From shifting geopolitics to market swings, if it’s moving the market, we’re talking about it.
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The podcast focuses on critical topics impacting the shipping and trade sectors, with episodes covering geopolitics, market fluctuations, and compliance challenges. An example episode includes an in-depth discussion on the evolving sanctions landscape titled 'Crude Complexity: Sanctions and the Dark Fleet', where experts dissect U.S. sanctions on Iran and pressures on Russia, and their repercussions within the shipping industry.

The Shipbrokers Podcast, brought to you by Gibson Shipbrokers, brings you broker driven analysis and expert-led conversations from the ever-changing world of shipping and trade. Produced in-house at our headquarters in London, this podcast delivers timely analysis of the events shaping freight markets.
From shifting geopolitics to market swings, if it’s moving the market, we’re talking about it.
In this episode of the Shipbrokers Podcast, brought to you by Gibson Shipbrokers, Richard Matthews speaks to freight analyst Michael Ryan of Sparta Commodities to break down arbitrages in the shipping and commodities trading scene. The conversation covers the concept of arbitrage, traditional and emerging Arbs, and how market factors like geopolitical activities and seasonal demand affect these opportunities. Michael also shares insights on the impact of geopolitical events like the war in Ukraine and US sanctions, and future prospects such as Arctic Arbs. Finally, they discuss the influence of environmental regulations on Arbs and how Sparta Commodities' live arbitrage margins tool aids in navigating the market.
00:00 Introduction to the Ship Brokers Podcast
00:27 Guest Introduction: Michael Ryan
01:07 Understanding Arbitrage in Shipping
02:57 Components and Dynamics of Arbs
08:06 Seasonal and Geopolitical Influences on Arbs
22:03 Impact of Environmental Regulations on Arbs
22:58 Future of Arbs and Conclusion

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