纯苯期货和期权上市在即 企业表态将积极参与交易

Core Viewpoint - The launch of pure benzene futures and options on July 8 by Dalian Commodity Exchange is expected to provide effective risk management tools for the pure benzene industry, with companies eager to participate in initial trading [1][4]. Industry Overview - Pure benzene is a key organic chemical raw material with downstream applications in various sectors including electrical appliances, construction materials, packaging, and fiber materials. China is the largest producer and consumer of pure benzene globally [2][3]. - The rapid changes in the supply-demand structure of the spot market have increased uncertainties for companies in the pure benzene industry, highlighting the urgent need for suitable risk management tools [2]. Challenges Faced by Companies - Companies face several operational challenges, including a lack of pricing power in the domestic pure benzene market, increased credit risk due to price volatility, and mismatched product liquidity between pure benzene and its derivatives [3]. - The reliance on traditional methods such as long-term contracts and inventory adjustments for risk management is insufficient, especially during extreme market fluctuations [2][3]. Futures and Options Details - The first batch of pure benzene futures will consist of four contracts, with a trading unit of 30 tons per contract and physical delivery [4]. - Initial trading limits are set at 7% of the previous day's settlement price, with a 14% limit on the first trading day. The margin requirement is 8% of the contract value [4]. Participation and Expectations - Companies have expressed strong interest in participating in the futures and options market to enhance their risk management capabilities and improve price discovery [5]. - The expectation is that the futures market will enhance liquidity, optimize the structure of market participants, and attract more industry clients and financial institutions [5].