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Walter Kunisch, Senior Commodity Strategist
15+ years in commodities trading
Market focus: Grains, oilseeds, livestock, energy, softs, and metals
Research background: Applied fundamental and quantitative analysis
Past work experience: Cargill, New York Hedge Fund, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Our team—comprised of commodities brokers, traders, and investment bankers—has a wealth of expertise in risk management, trading execution, and advisory. We monitor industry trends, analyze market data, and provide tailored solutions that align with the unique needs of your business.
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Risk Management Solutions
We collaborate with clients to assess and reduce price risk by leveraging our sophisticated quantitative analysis and expertise.
- Development and implementation of hedging strategies
- Full service or self-directed trading execution for futures and options
- Customized OTC products in grain and livestock markets
We partner with you to understand your challenges and create customized solutions that are designed to meet the specific needs of your business. We offer:
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- HTS Commodities research and access to insightful market analysis
- Access to real-time market information, our in-depth global and regional opinions, technical analysis, and the most current trade ideas
- Price and strategy guidance
Scott Strand, Commodities Broker
15+ years of experience in commodity risk management
Market focus: Grains, oilseeds, and livestock
Clientele: Farmers, ranchers, and commercial agriculture entities
Past work experience: CHS Hedging, Northstar Commodity, and Slipka Trading
Contact
HTS Commodities – St. Paul
30 E 7th St., Ste. 260
St. Paul, MN 55101
Scott Strand
Phone: 612.486.4624
Text: 612.699.8869
scott.strand@hilltopsecurities.com