Southwest Airlines relies on jet fuel to operate its planes. If it chooses to hedge against future changes in fuel prices, what positions (long or short) will it take in the spot and futures markets?
What will be an ideal response?
Southwest will take a short position in the spot market and long position in the futures markets.
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