Marex Market Pulse Podcast

How are retail investors reshaping equity markets and capital raising?

In this episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, Joe Winkley, Head of Corporate Services at Winterflood (a division of Marex), explores the growing role of retail investors in equity markets and their increasing influence on capital raising.

With improved access to markets, digital platforms, and evolving investor behaviour, retail participation has become a structural feature of modern equity markets. This shift is changing how companies raise capital and engage with investors.

Topics covered include:

• The rise of retail investor participation in equity markets
• Why retail investors are becoming critical in capital raising
• How platforms like WRAP are expanding access to primary markets
• The role of technology, AI and data in investor targeting and distribution
• The future of retail participation and market structure

This episode provides insight into how equity markets are evolving and what this means for issuers, investors, and market participants.

How is technology reshaping metals trading?

In this episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, Michael McQuillan, Head of Neon Metals Sales, explores how digital platforms are transforming the way participants access liquidity, manage risk, and execute trades across global metals markets.

At the centre of this evolution is Neon, Marex's proprietary platform, designed to provide real-time pricing, seamless execution, and full visibility across the trade lifecycle. As volatility and complexity increase, technology is becoming critical to how market participants operate.

Topics covered include:

• The growing role of technology in metals trading
• How Neon supports real-time pricing, liquidity, and execution
• Managing volatility with integrated risk and analytics tools
• Platform flexibility for a diverse range of clients
• The future of trading technology, including AI-driven insights and automation

This episode provides insight into how digital innovation is shaping the future of commodities trading and enabling faster, more informed decision-making.

What is driving the rise of non-bank FCMs in global clearing markets?

In this episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, John Frewin, Global Head of OTC Clearing Sales at Marex, explores the structural shifts reshaping the clearing landscape and why non-bank FCMs are becoming increasingly important in the global derivatives ecosystem.

As regulatory pressures, capital requirements, and market demand evolve, traditional bank clearing models are changing. Non-bank providers are stepping in to offer flexibility, innovation, and additional capacity across both listed and OTC derivatives markets.

Topics covered include:

• Why non-bank FCMs are gaining market share
• Key differences between bank and non-bank clearing models
• How clients are diversifying clearing relationships
• Innovation across commodities, derivatives, and digital assets
• The impact of Basel III on clearing capacity and costs This episode provides insight into how clearing markets are evolving and what it means for institutions navigating risk, regulation, and access to global derivatives markets.

What's driving gold and silver markets in today's environment?

In this episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, Ben Bush (Head of Precious Metals Market Making) and Patrick Seymour (Co-Head of Metals Market Making) explore the key forces shaping precious metals markets, including geopolitical tensions, ETF flows, and evolving investor demand.

As global uncertainty increases, gold and silver continue to play a critical role as safe-haven assets. This discussion looks at how investment flows, central bank activity and supply dynamics are influencing pricing, volatility and market positioning.

Topics covered include:

• The impact of geopolitical developments on precious metals markets
• ETF flows and the influence of institutional and retail investors
• Central bank buying and its effect on market dynamics
• Supply constraints and the structure of gold and silver markets
• Safe-haven demand and current market volatility

This episode provides insight into how precious metals markets are evolving and what market participants should watch as global conditions continue to shift.

What's driving today's metals markets in 2026?

In this episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, Patrick Seymour (Co-Head of Metals Market Making) and Alastair Munro (Senior Metals Analyst) explore the major forces reshaping global metals markets — from AI-driven demand and electrification to regional supply shifts and evolving investor behaviour.

As demand for power and data infrastructure accelerates, metals such as copper, aluminium and tin are at the centre of structural change. At the same time, geopolitics, tariffs, and new investor flows are redefining how these markets behave.

Topics covered:

• AI-driven demand and the future of electrification
• Power constraints and supply challenges in metals
• Regionalisation and the impact of geopolitics and tariffs
• Shifting investor participation (ETFs, retail, central banks)
• Market outlook for copper, aluminium, tin and precious metals

Whether you're an investor, trader or industry participant, this episode provides clear insight into the structural trends shaping metals markets in 2026 and beyond.

What does the shift to CORSIA Phase 1 mean for airlines and carbon markets?

In this episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, Scott Thomson (Head of Carbon Trading) and Rosie Burton (Environmental Products Trader, CSC Commodities) explore the transition from preparation to active procurement in the CORSIA market.

As airlines move closer to compliance, rising demand and constrained supply are creating new risks and opportunities. This episode breaks down how market participants are navigating eligibility, policy uncertainty, and procurement strategies in an increasingly competitive environment.

Topics covered include:

• What CORSIA is and who it impacts in global aviation
• Why airlines are moving into active procurement
• Supply constraints in CORSIA-eligible credits
• Risks of delayed action and potential market bottlenecks
• How policy uncertainty is being managed across regions

This episode provides a practical overview of the structural trends shaping aviation carbon markets and what they mean for compliance and strategy in 2026 and beyond.

In the first episode of the Marex Market Pulse podcast, Energy Analyst Sasha Foss (CSC Commodities, a division of Marex) explores the major forces driving energy markets today — from geopolitical developments to physical supply and demand fundamentals.

Topics covered:

• Global energy market outlook
• Impact of geopolitics on oil & gas
• Supply and demand dynamics
• Key risks and opportunities for market participants

Whether you're an investor, trader, or simply looking to stay informed on energy markets, this episode provides clear, expert insight into what's driving the sector.

In this episode of Marex Market Pulse, Elizabeth Murray-Lyon, Head of Cotton Broking at Marex, joins us to talk through what's been driving the recent move in cotton and how the market is reacting.

With prices rallying sharply in recent months, the discussion looks at the mix of supply pressures, shifting demand and broader macro influences now shaping the market, and why cotton is starting to behave less like a traditional soft commodity.