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WASHINGTON, D.C.
(September 19, 2013) – A new IHS report, The Role of Banks in Physical Commodities, provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the current role of banks in the commodities sectors of the U.S. economy. The report includes an overview of the role of financial intermediaries in physical commodities in providing access to capital and risk management services, including hedging against price risks.
The report draws on the multidisciplinary expertise of IHS and includes five illustrative case studies to provide insight into the current role of banks in commodities markets including:
Language:
English