Stockbroking platform Lemonn has introduced commodity derivatives trading on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India. This expansion allows retail users to trade non-agricultural assets like gold, silver, and crude oil, tapping into a sector that saw a turnover of ₹183.3 lakh crore in FY26.
Lemonn, the stockbroking platform operated by Nu Investors Technologies, has officially entered the commodity derivatives market. The firm has launched trading capabilities on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), allowing its users to trade a range of non-agricultural commodity contracts. This move marks a strategic shift for the platform, which previously focused solely on equity-based trading products.
With this launch, users can now access futures and options for precious metals like gold and silver, base metals such as copper, zinc, and aluminium, and energy products including crude oil and natural gas. The platform has extended its trading hours to cover the sessions for these commodities, which often remain active late into the night, allowing users to trade until 11:30 PM, or 11:55 PM on specific days. This schedule aims to align with global market hours, where commodity prices fluctuate based on international events and data releases.
Strategic Growth and Market Context
The decision to enter the commodities segment comes at a time when interest in this asset class is rising across India. According to recent industry data, the commodity derivatives segment recorded a substantial turnover of ₹183.3 lakh crore during the 2026 fiscal year. By offering both equity and commodity trading under one interface, Lemonn is looking to attract active traders who want to diversify their portfolios beyond stocks.
For the firm, this is an initial phase of a broader expansion plan. While the current offering is limited to non-agricultural commodities, the company has indicated that it is evaluating future entries into agricultural commodities and electricity contracts, pending necessary regulatory and exchange approvals.
Risks for Retail Investors
While this expansion offers new trading opportunities, retail investors should understand the nature of the commodity market. Unlike typical equity investments, commodity derivatives often involve high leverage, meaning investors can control large positions with a relatively small amount of capital. This feature increases both potential gains and the risk of significant financial loss.
Commodity prices are also highly sensitive to global supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and currency fluctuations, which can lead to sudden and sharp price movements. Because these contracts are derivatives, their value depends on the underlying asset's price, and they carry the risk of total loss if the market moves sharply against a trader's position. Investors are advised to carefully assess their risk appetite and understand the mechanics of derivative trading before participating in this segment.
The next important update for users will be the potential addition of agricultural and electricity products to the platform’s existing portfolio, subject to regulatory clearance.