Kurush Mistry

Kurush Mistry is a seasoned specialist in commodity analysis, specifically in Crude Oil, Refined Products, and Renewable Fuels. Originally from India, Kurush received his education from the most esteemed management school in India and has had a diverse career at prestigious organizations, navigating through significant changes. He has a passion for music, loves to travel, and proudly considers himself a New Yorker. 

After obtaining a Commerce degree from Chennai, India, he became a Chartered Accountant, achieving top rankings in all three qualifying exams. With a strong foundation, he pursued an MBA in finance at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, where he gained knowledge about the latest business concepts and collaborated with colleagues from diverse educational backgrounds, honing his problem-solving and communication skills. Kurush's professional journey began in 2003 when he joined Lehman Brothers in Tokyo after completing his MBA. 

He was recruited to be part of their Interest Rate Strategies Team, which gave him his first exposure to an international corporate environment, the opportunity to apply his financial expertise in real-world scenarios, and a culturally enriching experience. In 2005, he relocated to Lehman in New York. He worked with their award-winning Interest Rate Strategies team until 2008, managing various products such as US Government Bonds and Interest Rate Derivatives. During this time, he earned a strong reputation among Lehman's US clients, which included central banks, mortgage companies, and pension funds, and played a significant role in the team's growth.