A company’s imports and exports provide an insight into its industry, specialism, and position in the supply chain.
Beauhurst’s Commodity Trade dataset is available for over 280 000 companies and covers all HMRC-registered trades from 2016 with non-EU countries, and from 2022 with EU countries.
Use this dataset to understand the activities of companies with a limited public presence, and to uncover new opportunities by searching for businesses that trade a specific type of good.
Here’s how to make the most out of it:
🔎 Market Intelligence: Commodity trade data allows you to monitor trends, track market shifts, and identify emerging opportunities in various industries. By analysing the flow of goods across regions, you can anticipate supply and demand imbalances, assess price volatility, and make informed decisions.
🚨 Risk Management: For businesses involved in international trade, understanding commodity flows helps manage risks associated with price fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical events. With accurate trade data, you can develop contingency plans and make strategic decisions to mitigate potential risks.
💸 Investment Insights: Investors can use commodity trade data to identify sectors with growth potential. By tracking trade volumes, you can spot regions where demand for specific commodities is on the rise, potentially indicating investment opportunities.
🏦 Policy and Regulation Analysis: Governments and policymakers rely on trade data to assess the impact of trade policies, tariffs, and regulations on their economies. This information aids in evaluating the effectiveness of policies and making informed adjustments.
🚢 Supply Chain Optimisation: Businesses can enhance their supply chain efficiency by analysing trade patterns. With insights into where commodities are sourced and where they are consumed, companies can streamline their procurement, manufacturing, and distribution processes.
🤝 Enhanced Due Diligence: Businesses can use this dataset to better understand their current clients’ or prospects’ activity to enhance their conversations and business relationships.
Navigating Our Commodity Trade Dataset
Advanced Search Filters: Use filters to narrow down your search based on criteria such as import/export status, trade date, and commodity type.
Tip: Add with no additional criteria to generate a broad list of companies involved in any type of trading activity.
Visualisation Tools: Leverage interactive charts and graphs on the company’s profile to visualise trade trends, allowing you to grasp insights quickly.
Comparative Analysis: Compare trade activities across different companies, regions, or time periods using Advanced Search. This helps you identify outliers and trends.
Commodity trade data is a powerful tool that empowers businesses, investors, and policymakers with valuable insights into trade dynamics. By understanding the significance of this data and utilising it effectively, you can make informed decisions, minimise risks, and seize opportunities in the ever-changing world of international trade.
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