Glossary

Backwardation

Scenario in which the spot price of a commodity is higher than the respective derivatives price

This is an irrational phenomenon applicable to the price calculation of commodities, for the custody- and interest-related costs would lead to commodities being more expensive on the derivatives market than on the cash market.

Antonym: Contango

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