Construction Material Markets

Your construction-specific protection markets with detailed explanations

Construction MaterialsRecommended
$0.78+26%
Steel Prices > $825/ton by Dec 2024

Protection against steel price increases that would impact your manufacturing costs

Why this matters for construction:

If steel prices rise above $825/ton, you receive payouts to offset the increased costs. Perfect for protecting your largest material expense.

Price Trend

Volume
$4.2M
Resolves
Dec 31, 2024
Construction MaterialsRecommended
$0.65+18%
Concrete Prices > $140/cubic yard

Hedge against cement and concrete price volatility. Essential protection for your second-largest material cost.

Why this matters for construction:

Concrete demand peaks during construction season. This protects you from seasonal and supply-driven price spikes.

Price Trend

Volume
$2.8M
Resolves
Oct 31, 2024
Construction MaterialsRecommended
$0.52-10%
Lumber Prices > $485/MBF

Protection against lumber price volatility driven by housing demand, trade policies, and weather disruptions.

Why this matters for construction:

Lumber is notoriously volatile. This market protects you from sudden price spikes that can devastate project margins.

Price Trend

Volume
$1.6M
Resolves
Nov 30, 2024
Construction MaterialsRecommended
$0.43+23%
Energy Costs > $0.18/kWh

Protect manufacturing operations from energy price spikes. Covers both electricity and fuel for equipment.

Why this matters for construction:

Energy costs affect every aspect of your manufacturing. This provides broad protection against utility and fuel price increases.

Price Trend

Volume
$890K
Resolves
Dec 31, 2024