The challenge in accessing real-time pricing

At a recent roundtable styled webinar, Neil Crosby was joined by Victor Laurent (Global Head of E&C Data Products), Stephanie Beige-Trabia (Chief Strategy Officer), and Moody Sultan (Product Manager – Data, Analytics & Intelligence) to unpack the realities of oil market data.

They didn’t hold back: the cost of clean, reliable real-time data, the barriers to sourcing it, and the relentless pressure to maintain quality. From Sparta’s own advanced data-cleaning algorithms to lessons learned during Trump-era tariff chaos, one theme was clear – commodities markets are still playing catch-up to other industries when it comes to digitization.

The takeaway? Winning the edge in today’s markets means blending automation with human judgment — and building datasets traders can actually trust.

Key Takeaways:

  • See how Sparta’s algorithms hunt outliers and ride market regime shifts to deliver trader-ready insights.
  • Crack the code on the top three roadblocks to pristine, real-time oil data and how pros are smashing through.
  • Why’s commodities are playing catch-up to the financial markets? Unpack the push for digital domination.
  • Can data cleaning go full auto, or will humans always hold the reins? Get the inside scoop.
  • Volatility’s exposing broker data gaps – find out what it means for OTC trading’s future.

Speakers

Moody Sultan
Commodity Owner
Sparta Commodities
Neil Crosby
AVP Oil Analytics
Sparta Commodities
Stephanie Trabia
Chief Strategy Officer
Sparta Commodities
Victor Laurent
Head of Energy & Commodities Data Products
Parameta Solutions

Trump’s Energy Policies and the Green Transition

Donald Trump’s election victory signals major shifts in U.S. energy and climate policies. He plans to prioritise oil and gas production, roll back renewable energy incentives, pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement and expedite drilling and energy infrastructure projects. These efforts were designed to stimulate the U.S. fossil fuel industry to “drill baby, drill.” Trump’s first few weeks in office suggest he is working quickly to undo the Democrats’ work toward cleaner energy.

In the short term, these orders may slow investment in renewables while boosting fossil fuel projects. In the long term, they could weaken federal support for clean energy, though state-level policies and market forces may counterbalance this. Overall the outlook is uncertain. The reality on the ground could be a disappointment for Trump, who is betting that a big jump in oil supply can beat back US inflation by making goods and fuel cheaper. Some also suggest fears about the adverse impact the Trump administration will have on the renewable energy sector may be overstated.

The Financial Times in partnership with Parameta brought together insights from global leaders, spanning the supply and market side in addition to policy makers and market intelligence experts to explore the data behind the shift and what US policy really means for renewables and commodities.

Speakers

Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt
Distinguished Fellow
Atlantic Council Global Energy Center
Gracelin Baskaran
Founding Director, Critical Minerals Security Program
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Tom Wilson
Senior Energy Correspondent
Financial Times
Trabue Bland
Senior Vice President, Futures Exchanges
Intercontinental Exchange
Victor Laurent
Head of Energy & Commodities Data Products
Parameta Solutions

The Financialization of Guarantees of Origin

As Guarantees of Origin evolve from simple tracking certificates into financial instruments, the demand for transparent, reliable pricing has never been greater.

In this webinar, David Elward and Sara Cheraga (General Index) were joined by Victor Laurent (Parameta Solutions) to discuss the evolving market for Guarantees of Origin (GOs), explore the latest insights and pricing methodologies, and gain market perspectives from leading experts.

Touch points included:

  • Understanding the role of GOs in energy markets
  • Price formation & market drivers
  • Independent assessment methodologies
  • Regional & technology-based differentials
  • Data challenges and market transparency- Leveraging GO benchmarks for corporate strategy

Speakers

David Elward
Pricing Director
General Index
Sara Cheraga
Energy Markets Pricing Analyst
General Index
Victor Laurent
Head of Energy & Commodities Data Products
Parameta Solutions