Crude oil
Commodity correlation returning to pre-2008 levels, say analysts
The tight link between commodities and equities is easing as firms become less worried about macro shocks, say analysts
Low crude volatility to bolster spread trades, say analysts
Market participants expected to shy away from outright bets on crude oil as low volatility persists
Energy Risk Europe 2012: Oil price “much lower” in 10 years – Credit Suisse
A slowdown in Chinese oil demand growth coupled with increasing supply will mean oil prices will be much lower in 10 years, forecasts Ric Deverell, head of commodities research at Credit Suisse
Energy Risk Europe 2012: Speculation tending to push oil prices lower
In recent years, speculation in oil markets has been associated with price falls more than price rises, but speculative activity is transforming the oil market into an asset play subject to new macroeconomic influences, says Leo Drollas, chief economist…
Experts question shift in Mexico oil hedging strategy
Use of put spreads in oil hedging programme leaves Mexico dangerously exposed to low oil prices if global economy sinks
Exchange of the Year, Asia: CME Group’s Nymex Exchange
Exchange of the Year, Asia: CME Group’s Nymex Exchange
US ban on crude exports receives fresh scrutiny
Old US ban on crude exports receives fresh scrutiny
Energy Risk Canada: Low crude prices won’t stop oil sands development, experts say
The prospects for long-term development of the Canadian oil sands remain good, presenters at Energy Risk Canada say, dismissing concern about the recent plunge in crude oil prices
Brent crude seen at $50/bbl by Q3 in worst-case scenario: Credit Suisse
Credit Suisse has released a research note today that highlights the potential for oil prices to fall to levels last seen during the 2008 crisis
Analysts still sceptical of Delta Air Lines refinery acquisition
This week, Delta Air Lines confirmed rumours that it was purchasing a refinery on the US east coast, a first-of-its-kind transaction. As details of the deal have emerged, some observers have warmed up to the idea that Delta can better manage its fuel…
Asia crude oil benchmark moves closer
A crude measure
Valuation of commodity structures in co-integrated futures markets
Valuation of commodity structures in co-integrated futures markets
Barclays launches first locally listed ETNs on Toronto Stock Exchange
Barclays Bank has listed three exchange-traded notes on the Toronto Stock Exchange, marking the first time these products have been locally listed
Exclusive: Interview with Aramco Trading’s Said Al-Hadrami
Global players
Asian challenge to crude benchmarks
Asian challenge to crude benchmarks
Middle distillates to strengthen on supply constraints?
Middle distillates to strengthen on supply constraints?
Energy Risk Deals of the Year 2012: Credit Suisse's Urals swap with JKX
Credit Suisse’s $50m Urals Med swap with JKX Oil & Gas
Refiners seek innovative tools for risk management
Old dogs, new tricks
Oil analysts' 2012 price forecasts up slightly on 2011 average
Hanging in the balance
Refiners step up hedging activity
Refineries in Europe have stepped up their hedging activity in recent months as they take advantage of a recovery in margins, market participants say
Commodity and energy derivatives house of the year: JP Morgan
Risk awards 2012
The rise of sovereign commodity risk management
Sovereign commodity risk management
