Commodity Markets and Derivatives

The commodity derivative markets have gained an important place among the Indian financial markets, and their integration with the equity derivative markets is also gaining pace. Through regular and resolute intervention from SEBI, a highly experienced and revered regulator, confidence and interest in these markets has picked up among commodity market participants, traders, and investors. Courses focussing on the commodity derivative markets are an important component of the b-school curriculum, as grasp of the applications of commodity derivatives in price risk management is crucial for participants in the commodity value chain, and also as the commodity ecosystem presents attractive career opportunities. Commodity markets and derivatives has been prepared with the specific objective of serving B-schools for their commodity derivatives courses. Even though the functioning of commodity derivative markets is similar worldwide, this book is written with a focus on the Indian commodity markets. The book will equally be of interest and importance to all those seeking knowledge to participate in these markets.