Agricultural Commodity Markets

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Agricultural Commodity Markets

A Guide to Futures Trading

Investment and securities Agriculture, agribusiness and food production industries

Author: Michael Atkin

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Collection: Routledge Library Editions: Commodities

Language: English

Published by: Routledge

Published on: 1st February 2024

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781003845379


Overview

Originally published in 1989, this book is a clear and thorough guide to the workings and purpose of the futures markets. It begins by explaining the role of futures and options in agriculture and their uses in reducing risks and maximizing profits.

Market Analysis

The state of the futures industry in the USA, Europe, Japan and the smaller exchanges elsewhere during the 1980s is examined, the pattern of price movements analysed, and the major background factors which influence price movements discussed. The regulatory environment in the US and UK is analysed, and there is a thorough explanation of fundamental and technical approaches to price forecasting and of strategies to maximize profits from trading.

Commodity Profiles

Detailed profiles of the major agricultural commodities traded on futures markets comprise the second part of this comprehensive handbook. The major markets, price movements, and trading opportunities are outlined for each commodity in turn.

Contemporary Issues

The book concludes by discussing the contemporary issues facing futures trading, and the role of the markets in the agricultural trade of developing countries.

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