NYSE owner launches gold futures in London
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Key takeaway
ICE launches gold/silver/platinum/palladium futures in London, challenging the LBMA's OTC-centric physical market with cleared derivatives
- Step 1 · The triggerICE launches cleared precious-metals futures in London, creating an alternative to LBMA forwards and CME COMEX
- Step 2 · Knock-onbullion banks and market makers split liquidity between LBMA OTC, COMEX and the new ICE venue
- Step 3 · Knock-oncompetitive pressure forces CME to cut fees or tighten margins to defend its global gold-futures franchise
- Step 4 · Knock-onIndian bullion dealers and jewellery exporters who hedge in London or New York see lower transaction costs and alternative margining
- Step 5 · Reaches youthe SME's working-capital requirement for hedging collateral falls, freeing cash for inventory or receivables finance
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Source: livemint.com
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