Argus Media, founded in 1970, stands as a premier independent provider of market intelligence and price assessments for global energy and commodity markets. Headquartered in London, it operates 30 offices worldwide, employing over 1,400 professionals. The company delivers critical services, including price assessments, real-time news, analytics, consulting, and industry conferences. Its expertise spans a broad range of sectors—crude oil, refined products, natural gas, LNG, electricity, emissions, biofuels, biomass, LPG, metals, chemicals, fertilizers, agriculture, and coal.
Businesses, trading firms, and governments across 160 countries rely on Argus data to navigate market complexities, manage risk, optimize trading strategies, and plan for long-term growth. Globally, industries use Argus price assessments as trusted benchmarks for pricing transportation, commodities, and energy. By bringing transparency to opaque markets through precise price discovery and in-depth analysis, Argus has cemented its reputation as a leading authority in market intelligence.
At India Energy Week 2025, The Interview World engaged in an exclusive discussion with Bryan Lim, Business Development Manager at Argus Media Singapore Group Pte Ltd. He unveiled how Argus’s analytical solutions empower the energy sector with data-driven decision-making. He highlighted their impact on commodity trading, detailed the company’s bespoke solution offerings, and explored emerging opportunities for market intelligence solutions in India’s energy landscape. Here are the key takeaways from his compelling insights.
Q: Can you shed light on the analytic solutions and key insights that Agus Media offers to the energy sector, and how they help drive informed decision-making?
A: Argus operates as a global leader in market intelligence, with its headquarters in the UK and a strong presence across the Asia-Pacific, including India. Our core business revolves around conducting precise price assessments to enhance market transparency and efficiency.
By providing reliable price benchmarks, we empower buyers and sellers with clear insights into commodity pricing. When businesses purchase commodities, they gain full visibility into both buying and selling prices, enabling informed decision-making.
India plays a pivotal role in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market as one of the world’s largest importers. In a recent address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s status as the top LNG importer. Recognizing this, Argus delivers accurate import price assessments for India, offering crucial benchmarks for the industry.
To further support market participants, we recently introduced East Coast India LNG pricing, acknowledging the region’s growing import activity. Companies also rely on our assessments to benchmark contract prices and understand fluctuations in market pricing, ensuring greater clarity in their transactions.
Q: To what extent do your solutions influence purchasing decisions in the energy sector, particularly for LNG and other commodities?
A: Market participants rely on Argus price benchmarks to guide their commodity purchases. Buyers, particularly in sectors like LPG and coal, reference our assessments to make informed purchasing decisions.
Whenever prices fluctuate, Argus delivers in-depth analysis to uncover the driving forces behind these shifts. Moreover, we examine supply-demand dynamics and other key market factors to provide actionable insights. Our value lies in helping both buyers and sellers understand price movements—whether an increase stems from heightened demand or a surplus is driving prices down.
With this intelligence, market participants can make smarter decisions. If supply is abundant, buyers may seize the opportunity to secure lower prices. Conversely, if supply tightens, they might hold off, anticipating a price drop. These insights not only support buyers and sellers but also empower producers to navigate market volatility with confidence.
Q: Do you offer personalized, customized solutions for large companies involved in purchasing, importing, or exporting energy commodities? Or is your platform more generic, providing standardized insights for all users?
A: Market dynamics dictate the type of price assessments we provide. In large, open markets like crude oil and LNG, pricing remains transparent. As a neutral entity, Argus gathers buying and selling price indications from a broad spectrum of market participants, ensuring unbiased assessments.
However, some markets require tailored solutions. Take coal, for example. Our Indonesian Coal Index (ICI) offers a specialized pricing benchmark. We collaborate closely with coal exporters in India to determine accurate export costs from Indonesia.
Ultimately, Argus delivers both standardized and customized assessments, catering to the diverse needs of global commodity markets.
Q: What specific opportunities do you see for your market intelligence solutions in India, particularly in the energy sector?
A: India’s LNG imports are poised for significant growth. Currently, LNG accounts for 6% of the country’s energy mix, but projections indicate an expansion to 15%. With energy consumption on the rise, the demand for reliable market intelligence will only intensify.
As India accelerates its transition to clean energy, Argus sees immense opportunities to support companies with critical data and insights. Our role extends beyond domestic markets—we also showcase India’s progress to global stakeholders, helping attract investors and fostering international collaboration.
India presents a rapidly expanding market, and for Argus, it remains a key focus for growth and strategic engagement.
