A new, yuan-denominated crude futures contract should have no impact on oil prices. The development of more futures contracts makes sense given China’s high consumption of most major commodities and will especially appeal to consumers who want to avoid exposure to US dollars. However, concerns about capital controls and the potential for volatility could slow the adoption of new futures contracts.
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