Sparta

🚀 Big News from Sparta! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that Sparta has secured $42M in Series B funding, led by One Peak, with continued support from our friends at Singular and FirstMark. This milestone marks the next phase of our journey—transforming commodity trading with AI-powered intelligence and real-time collaboration. For too long, commodity traders have been stuck with fragmented data and outdated tools. At Sparta, we’re changing that. This investment accelerates our vision to move beyond oil and gas, evolving into a full-scale AI-driven trading platform—an operating system built for the modern trader. 🔹 AI-powered insights for better decision-making 🔹 Real-time collaboration to break down data silos 🔹 Expansion into new commodities beyond oil and gas A huge thank you to our incredible team, investors, and customers for believing in our mission. The future of commodity trading is here, and we’re just getting started. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eigXExKV #AITrading #SeriesB #CommodityTrading #Innovation #oott

Sparta gives you the intelligence to act first. Here’s what you’ll learn in our Crude Market Commentary: > Which arbs are open—and which just slammed shut > Why North Sea crude is looking vulnerable > How shifting freight & premiums are reshaping trade flows > What’s next as refinery maintenance peaks and buying picks up > Where the margins are still strong—and where they’re collapsing No noise. No lag. Just real-time, actionable insights delivered instantly through Sparta Market Outlook. 🔍 🚀 If you don’t know this already, your competition does. Stay ahead—register for your free 21-day trial: https://lnkd.in/eYPy7_8p    #oott #oilandgas #commoditytrading #fintech #trading #crude #insight #data

The RBOB Arb just roared back to life—but Sparta users were already two days ahead. In March, we flagged the strategic shift: buy prompt strength, anticipate Q2 moves. Then came the catalyst—North American tariff news—igniting spreads and reopening the arb. Sparta users had the insight first, giving them the speed to capitalise before the rest of the market caught on. 📊 The proof is in the chart. Timing matters. Access matters. If you weren’t ahead this time, don’t miss the next move. Book a demo: https://lnkd.in/e3UzEAta #oott #oilandgas #commoditytrading #trading #tariffs #rbob

At Sparta, we’ve built a culture that encourages bold moves, empowers Spartans to take real ownership, and encourages innovation and ambition. We hold ourselves to high standards and encourage positive challenge, whilst always ensuring the customer is at the heart of everything we do. Our culture isn’t for everyone, but it offers real opportunities for growth and impact in your role. Check out what Dan Denningberg, our Chief People Officer, has to say: "𝘈𝘵 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘢, 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘬𝘴, 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘰𝘮 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮. 𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘺𝘦𝘴—𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵’𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘵 𝘴𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨!" Ready to get stuck into a rewarding gig where your work has real impact? We’re hiring across Sparta right now! We have exciting vacancies in Sales, Engineering, and Product- in multiple locations. Blast off to our careers site and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d-ynQ8q6Or get in touch with Giles Lewis, our Talent Acquisition Lead. #careers #nowhiring #salesjobs #technologyjobs #accountability #initiative #scaleup #jointheride

Tariffs hit fast. Sparta moves faster. On March 4, 2025, the U.S. imposed major tariffs: 🔹 Canada & Mexico: 25% import tariff (10% on Canadian energy) 🔹 China: Tariff hike from 10% → 20% Within 24 hours, Sparta had already updated: ✅ Global ARB Dashboard & Diesel Tables—reflecting new trade flows. ✅ Crude Landed Values & Margins—adjusted for every impacted crude grade. No IT delays. No outdated data. Just instant, actionable insights—empowering you to trade with conviction. Book a demo to find out how Sparta can turbo-charge your speed-to-market: https://lnkd.in/e3UzEAta #oott #oilandgas #commoditytrading #trading #tariffs

Fuel oil markets are undergoing significant shifts—strong cracks, changing refinery margins, and critical questions surrounding the new MED ECA. Get the expert insights you need. Join Sparta's team of experts Hoa Nguyen, Neil Crosby, June Goh, and Philip Jones-Lux LIVE on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, for our webinar: Fuel Oil Focus: Cracks, Refinery Margins & Debunking ECA Myths. Key Topics Include:  🔹Fuel Cracks & Drivers – What’s fueling the surge? Blending strategies & actionable insights.  🔹Crude & Refinery Margins – Global dynamics and their downstream impact. 🔹ECA Myths – Will the new MED ECA increase MGO demand? We separate fact from fiction. If you trade fuel oil, this is a must-attend. Reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/enTQ35ud #fueloil #webinar #oilmarkets #commoditytrading #shipping #refining #trading #oott

From Bloomberg, with comments from June, Senior Oil Market Analyst at Sparta: > Oil prices rebound after a brutal drop to a three-year low, sparked by Trump’s tariffs and OPEC+’s shock production hike > Brent surges toward $70, breaking out of oversold territory with analysts eyeing an upward swing after heavy selling > Morgan Stanley slashes Brent forecasts, betting on $60s for the second half as bearish pressures mount > US refineries cut Mexican crude orders, while Canada ramps up pipeline plans to boost Asia-Europe exports amid tariff chaos Read full story: https://lnkd.in/e3wmaNzR #oott #oilandgas #commoditytrading #trading #sparta #bloomberg

The oil markets don’t wait. Neither should you. Sparta Market Outlook gives traders and decision-makers the cutting-edge analysis they need—actionable intelligence, not noise. ✅ Supply & demand deep dives ✅ Crack spreads & margins broken down ✅ Market-moving insights delivered straight to you And now, you can access it all, free for 21 days. No catch. No commitment. Just pure trading intelligence that could change the way you see the market. 🚀 Sign up now and take the next 21 days to enhance your performance. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edC7zGw6 #OilTrading #MarketIntelligence #SpartaMarketOutlook #TradingInsights #oott

In this episode of Sparta Market Outlook, Felipe, Neil, Philip, John and Michael dive deep into THE topic shaking the trading community—tariffs. 🛢️💰 📌 Key discussions: 🔹 The impact of U.S. tariffs on Canadian and Mexican energy 🔹 Market reactions: crude prices, refinery margins, and freight shifts 🔹 How tariffs are reshaping gasoline and diesel flows 🔹 OPEC’s supply increase & the global energy balance 🔹 Potential surprises: Could Russian barrels return to U.S. refineries? 👀 Markets are moving fast, and so should you. Sparta Market Outlook gives you expert analysis and actionable insights to navigate the rapidly changing landscape. Listen now on Spotify & all major platforms: https://lnkd.in/eH2JgqJu Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dzNTiPWk Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dYscqbEa Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/dkk9WXW6 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eitBJEuG #oiltrading #crudemarkets #energytariffs #spartamarketoutlook #commodities #OPEC #freightrates #oott

Introducing the Sparta Monthly Trading Update for March. In our latest Sparta Monthly Trading Update, by our team of oil & refined products market experts: > Crude Market: Flat price weakness dominated as macro sentiment soured. Geopolitical risks could still drive upside, but traders are in wait-and-see mode. Middle Eastern spot premiums cooled as the market doubted OFAC sanctions would remove barrels. WTI became the cheapest light sweet crude globally, with US stocks rising amid refinery maintenance. > Gasoline Market: The outlook for EBOB is turning increasingly bullish. Prompt spreads took a hit, but with the RBOB arb wide open and resupply flows shifting to ARA, bullish momentum is building for April/May. > Naphtha Market: February's bullish momentum faded as gasoline and petrochemical demand weakened. European ethylene prices corrected sharply, dragging down naphtha. Macro and geopolitical risks, including potential tariff retaliation and normalizing Red Sea flows, suggest a cautiously bearish short-term outlook. > Distillate Market: Diesel and jet fuel markets showed strength, but a shift is coming. Refinery maintenance is winding down, US runs are recovering, and new supply (including from Dangote) is entering the market. Seasonal demand softens from March to May, raising the risk of a broader correction. Read the full newsletter here ⬇️ #oott #oilandgas #commoditytrading #fintech #trading #crude #naphtha #distillate #gasoline #insight #data