“风险暴露者”变身“风险管理者”

Core Insights - The article discusses the transformation of companies in the agricultural sector, particularly in the pig and egg industries, through the use of futures tools to manage price risks effectively [1][5]. Group 1: Shanxi Jinrun Food - Shanxi Jinrun Food processes one million pigs annually and has established a complete industrial chain from breeding to sales, but has faced challenges due to the volatility of pig prices [2][3]. - The company experienced significant price fluctuations, with pig prices dropping below 10 yuan/kg in 2021, rising above 20 yuan/kg in 2022, and then falling again in 2023, leading to unstable profits [2][3]. - In 2023, the company joined the "Qifeng Plan," which provided professional guidance, helping them improve their risk management mechanisms and experience in hedging [3][4]. - By participating in the "Qifeng Plan," Shanxi Jinrun Food learned to use futures contracts to hedge against price risks, successfully implementing a strategy to lock in profits and manage inventory risks [4][3]. - The company has established a cross-departmental futures decision-making group, enhancing communication and making futures hedging a regular operational tool [4]. Group 2: Wuhan Huludang - Wuhan Huludang, a chicken egg trading company, faced price volatility risks and sought new risk management strategies as the egg industry modernized [5][6]. - The company initially relied on spot trading but found it ineffective against price fluctuations, prompting them to explore futures tools after learning about the "Qifeng Plan" [5][6]. - In 2023, Wuhan Huludang participated in the "Qifeng Plan," completing six hedging operations that generated approximately 150,000 yuan in profits, partially offsetting losses from the spot market [6][7]. - The experience gained from these operations has significantly increased the company's confidence in using futures tools, leading to a gradual increase in their hedging ratio [6][7]. - The company plans to deepen its understanding of the futures market and promote risk management awareness among industry partners [7].