Energy futures: Trading opportunities for the 1980's

Book · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1984

OSTI ID:5667719

Treat, J E; Cowie, S; Davidson, F E; Duffy, M; Miller, J E; Errera, S; Gotthelf, P; Murphy, T D; Rouquette, G A; Verlerger, P K

This text gives a broad background in both theory and practice of energy futures trading. It details successful contract requirements. It analyzes fundamental and technical pricing and using both to manage risk and achieve trading objectives. Hedging strategy, financial aspects of trading, accounting procedures, internal control systems and tax implications are all expertly covered. The book concludes with the potential impact of futures trading on the structure of world markets. Contents: Energy futures: an overview; Exchanges and their contracts; Fundamental analysis and the theory of hedging; The principles of technical analysis; Putting it all together; Integrated trading strategies; Energy futures; Financing and exposure management in the oil industry; Accounting principles, taxation, and internal control; The potential impacts of trading in oil futures on the world oil market; Appendix; Glossary; Index.

• OSTI ID: 5667719
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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