Trade Terms
Spot vs Term Contracts in Crude Oil Trading
PetroIntermediation TeamTrade Terms
Spot: single-cargo deal at current market price. Best for opportunistic buyers.
Term: 6 to 12 months at Platts ± discount. Required for refiners and utilities.
Term contracts demand stronger creditworthiness and proven offtake. Spot contracts demand faster execution.
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