Victor Forte de Campos, MSc

Trading Research Coordinator @ Raízen

About

Economist working at the intersection of energy markets, data analysis, and trading strategy.Currently a Market Intelligence Coordinator at Raízen, where I develop supply-and-demand models and market analysis to support ethanol trading decisions across Brazil, the U.S., and Europe. My work focuses on forecasting fuel demand, pump parity dynamics, and fuel mix consumption, translating complex market data into strategic insights for trading teams.Previously, I worked as a Research Assistant at Banco de España, contributing to research on public finances, infrastructure spending, and European fiscal policy, as well as developing databases and projections related to the Next Generation EU funds.I hold a Master’s degree in Economic Analysis from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, where I received a full merit-based scholarship.Having lived and studied in multiple countries has shaped my ability to work in international and multidisciplinary environments, approaching economic and market problems with a global perspective.Always interested in discussions about energy markets, commodities, and trading analytics.Areas of interest:Energy markets | Biofuels | Commodity markets | Market intelligence | Strategic forecasting | Trading analytics

Country

Brazil

City

São Paulo

Industry

Oil & Energy

Skill

EViews, Python (Programming Language), Stata, Matlab, Microsoft Office, LaTeX, Macroeconomics, Research, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Teaching, Presentations, Public Speaking

Experience

Trading Research Coordinator

Raízen

2026-5 - Present · 5 mos

São Paulo, Brasil

Trading Research Specialist

Raízen

2024-12 - 2026-5 · 1 yr 6 mos

Brazilian Ethanol Market - Deliver strategic insights to ethanol trading desks through in-depth market analysis and supply-demand modeling. - Lead forecasting for fuel demand, pump parity, and fuel mix dynamics in Brazil. - Develop analytical tools and automated data pipelines to enhance market monitoring and trading intelligence. - Translate complex market data into actionable insights for trading and commercial strategy

Senior Trading Research Analyst

Raízen

2023-7 - 2024-11 · 1 yr 5 mos

Global Ethanol Markets - Provided strategic guidance to ethanol traders through comprehensive global market analysis, leveraging U.S. and European supply-demand models. - Led research initiatives on key industry topics, including the long-term outlook for ethanol demand, the E10 adoption in Guatemala, and Brazilian ENA and molasses export dynamics. - Built and deployed automated data collection systems, improving efficiency in market monitoring and analytics. - Collaborated cross-functionally on strategic projects, including enhancements to the Brent price forecasting model.

Research Assistant

Banco de España

2020-9 - 2022-9 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Madri

Fiscal Policy and Public Sector Unit -Led the creation and maintenance of a database on NextGenerationEU funds for Spain, co-leading the corresponding annual projections. -Prepared briefing materials and presentations for the Governor, including materials used in Congress and Senate appearances, and contributions to the ECB Fiscal Policy Working Group. -Collected, organized, and analyzed economic data, supporting the Economic Developments Department in policy analysis. -Contributed to research on public expenditure structure, Spanish public debt dynamics, and the absorption of European Structural and Investment Funds. -Supported the monitoring and analysis of Spanish public accounts, developing KPIs and analytical presentations for senior leadership.

Teacher Assistant

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

2019-8 - 2020-7 · 1 yr

- Full responsibility for the practical classes involving 150+ students. - Lectures: International Trade, International economics: economic integration.

Macro Research Intern

Itau BBA

2017-2 - 2017-12 · 11 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

- Built commodity price forecasting models for 5+ products. - Supported the Brazilian sectoral analysis by monitoring key indicators and prepared internal and external presentations.

Research Assistant

Centro de Estudos de Direito Econômico e Social (CEDES)

2016-6 - 2016-8 · 3 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

Research assistant in law and economics - Summer Intern. - Collected and analyzed data, reviewed articles and prepared presentations. - Organized 5+ seminars for magistrates, lawyers and economists.