Metal Mayhem: Nickel Plunges by 8% Daily Limit

Metal Mayhem: Nickel Plunges by 8% Daily Limit

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The video discusses the ongoing issues in the nickel market, including glitches, trading suspensions, and illiquidity. It highlights the challenges faced by traders due to new trading limits and the discrepancies between the London and Shanghai markets. The potential for market contagion and the frustration among traders are also explored.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the new trading limit imposed on the nickel market?

8% of the prior day's closing price

5% of the prior day's closing price

10% of the prior day's closing price

12% of the prior day's closing price

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the paralysis in the nickel market?

Technical issues with the trading platform

A lack of buyers

High trading fees

A large volume of sell orders

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the price difference between the London and Shanghai nickel markets?

$15,000

$20,000

$12,000

$10,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential risk mentioned in the final section regarding the nickel market issues?

A shortage of nickel supply

A rise in nickel prices

A spread to other metals and assets

A decrease in nickel production

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have traders reacted to the handling of the nickel market situation?

They have started trading more aggressively

They have remained indifferent

They have pulled their trades off the market

They have increased their trades