Andy Hecht
Andy Hecht is the author of the Hecht Commodity Report, a comprehensive commodities report hosted by Seeking Alpha. He is a renowned commodity and futures trader and options expert. Throughout his career, Hecht has researched, structured, and executed some of the largest trades ever made, involving massive quantities of precious metals and bulk commodities. He also consults for companies involved in producing and consuming commodities.
Andy Hecht Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Freelance Writer
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Managing Director
Academic History
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BA, English Language and Literature
- Andy Hecht spent over 35 years on Wall Street, including two decades on the trading desk of Phillip Brothers, which became Salomon Brothers and ultimately part of Citigroup.
- He understands the market in a way many traders can’t imagine. He has booked vessels, armored cars, and trains to transport and store a broad range of commodities.
- He went on to work with a number of banks, hedge funds, and traders in the world of commodities.
- He has worked directly with The United Nations and the legendary trading group Phibro.
- Today, Hecht remains in close contact with sources around the world and his network of traders.
- His friends and mentors include highly regarded energy and precious metals traders, supply line specialists, and international shipping companies that give him vast insight into the market.
- He lectures at colleges and Universities.
- He also contributes to Traders Magazine.
- His writings and analysis can be found on numerous market-based websites including Seeking Alpha and CQG
- He is the #2 ranked author on Seeking Alpha in both the commodities and precious metals categories
- He held a Series 3 and Series 30 license from the National Futures Association and a collaborator and strategist with hedge funds.