Benchmark: S&P GSCI Energy Index
The S&P GSCI Energy Index measures the investment performance of the energy sector within the global commodities market. It includes futures contracts on key energy commodities such as crude oil (WTI and Brent), natural gas, heating oil, and unleaded gasoline. As a production-weighted index, it reflects the relative significance of each component based on global production levels. The index is widely used by institutional investors to assess trends in energy prices, hedge exposure, and diversify portfolios against inflation-sensitive assets.
An energy focused strategy that invests in oil, gas, coal, and related fuels through physical assets or derivatives, aiming for short to mid-term trading profits.