zzstar...........
"You are full of shit.
No connection between the derivatives and oil."
Educate yourself instead of throwing insults!
"DEFINITION OF 'ENERGY DERIVATIVES'
A derivative instrument in which the underlying asset is based on energy products including oil, natural gas and electricity, which trade either on an exchange or over-the-counter. Energy derivatives can be options, futures or swap agreements, among others. The value of a derivative will vary based on the changes of the price of the underlying energy product."