This refers to either an organization or individual that handles a commodity pool. They are the ones soliciting funds for the pool. It is an enterprise where a number of individuals contribute funds that are all merged for the purpose of trading future contracts or foreign exchange contracts.
Commodity Pool Operator (CPO)
This refers to either an organization or individual that handles a commodity pool. They are the ones soliciting funds for the pool. It is an enterprise where a number of individuals contribute funds that are all merged for the purpose of trading future contracts or foreign exchange contracts.