Why Traders May Need to Hedge Their Sugar Bet

The video discusses the current state of the sugar market, highlighting the sentiment and potential supply response for the 2017-18 season. It covers the impact of two years of deficits on prices and the role of India as a major importer. The discussion also touches on the potential return to surplus and the uncertainties that could affect the market, such as weather events and import dynamics.

What is the current sentiment in the sugar market according to the first section?

• Completely neutral

• Mostly bearish with a slight bullish trend

• Strongly bullish

• Strongly bearish

What is the expected change in the sugar market for the 2017-2018 season?

• A decrease in demand

• A significant deficit

• A potential return to surplus

• Stable prices

Which country is highlighted as a major factor in the sugar market's current state?

• United States

• India

• China

• Brazil

What has been the impact of India's shortfall on sugar prices?

• Prices have increased significantly

• Prices have fluctuated without a clear trend

• Prices have decreased

• Prices have remained stable

What could potentially disrupt the expected surplus in the sugar market?

• Stable weather conditions

• Increased production in Brazil

• A weather event or other unforeseen issue

• A decrease in global demand