Dive into the complex world of commodities trading with “Basis Risk Explained Simply,” where Ryan O’Connell, CFA, FRM, breaks down the essential differences between spot prices and forward prices. Discover the intricacies of hedging strategies and how they can lead to basis risk, even in seemingly perfect hedges. This video will provide a clear understanding of the fundamental concepts that govern the relationship between spot and forward prices in the commodities market.
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Chapters:
0:00 – What is “The Basis”?
1:16 – What is a Perfect Hedge?
3:25 – Basis Risk with a Perfect Hedge
5:13 – Basis Risk with an Imperfect Hedge
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