Fuel Buying 101: Futures and Spot Markets

Understand the first two critical links in the fuel price chain. 

Download this educational e-Book for a comprehensive understanding of  NYMEX futures and spot markets and how they impact fuel prices. Whether you're a brand new fuel buyer, or an industry veteran, you'll want to keep this training document handy to help you navigate the complex world of buying gasoline and diesel. Here's what it includes:

The key elements of the futures market and which factors can cause swings in the NYMEX. The simplest explanation of spot basis. Critical differences between the futures and the spot markets. How spot fuel is priced -- and how to keep up with trader lingo.