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Peter Gratton, Ph.D., is a New Orleans-based editor and professor with over 20 years of experience in investing, risk management, and public policy. Peter began covering markets at Multex (Reuters) ...

Basis risk refers to the potential mismatch between the value of an asset or liability and the financial instrument used to hedge or manage its risk. This divergence can result in unexpected gains or ...

Investors are seeking S&P 500 downside protection as rate cuts shift focus to growth concerns. Hedging strategies include options contracts, indicating the smart money is bracing for volatility. S&P ...

In this article we will check out the progression of hedge fund sentiment towards Independence Contract Drilling Inc (NYSE:ICD) and determine whether it is a good investment right now. We at Insider ...

ST HELIER, Jersey, Feb. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc (“Caledonia” or the “Company”) (NYSE AMERICAN: CMCL; AIM: CMCL; VFEX: CMCL) has entered into a zero cost contract ...

While oil-producing nations are scrambling to plug budget shortfalls after the price crash, oil importers are benefiting from the low oil prices, and some of them are hedging against higher prices.

The month of April saw a noticeable increase in the use of the CME Group’s U.S. Midwest Busheling Ferrous Scrap contract, according to information posted daily by CME. By the close of business April ...

In 2019, pundits talked about a host of risk factors that could potentially bring the markets down in 2020: political uncertainty, trade wars, and a slowdown in consumer demand. Who would have thought ...