Module 2: Introduction to Hedging on the LME with Futures
Euromoney Learning
Course description
Module 2: Introduction to Hedging on the LME with Futures
This course represents module 2 of the LME 3-day Introductory Course (Modular Course
This course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the basics of price risk management through hedging using LME futures contracts.
Is this course for you?
This course is suitable for you if you want to know more about metals futures and the management of price risk on the LME. It is advised that you take 'Introduction to the LME' before attending this course to fully benefit from this session
What will you learn
- Learn how effective price risk management can be achieved with LME services
- Understand the benefits of hedging with futures across all sectors of industry
- Work through interactive workshops on hedging futures
- Differentiate between types of hedge and choosing the right hedging instrument
Benefits for your organisation
This course will help your organizationby highlighting the key benefits of hedging futures in terms of minimising the impact of price volatility. The interactive format of the course gives employees the knowledge of how to apply hedging theory within the context of their organisation.
Who should attend?
Who should attend
This course is suitable for you if you want to know more about metals futures and the management of price risk on the LME. It is advised that you take ‘Introduction to the LME’ before attending the course to fully benefit from this session.
Training content
Course Highlights
- Overview of the LME market
- Basic concepts, uses and benefits of hedging with futures
- Introduction to risk and price volatility
- Long, short, transactional, and strategic hedges
- Costs of hedging
- Carries
- Using the right hedging instrument
- Hedging with Monthly Average Futures
- Hedging workshops
Learning Outcomes
- Learn how effective price risk management can be achieved with LME services
- Understand the benefits of hedging with futures across all sectors of industry
- Work through interactive workshops on hedging futures
- Gain an understanding of the role that clearing and LME Clear play in establishing trades
Costs
The cost of this course may vary by location. See above or request information for prices.
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About Euromoney Learning
Euromoney Learning
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