Delays in confirming and settling derivative trades, a blind spot exploited by Mr Kerviel, are seen as an industry-wide problem.

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Normally, oil trades at a premium to spot prices in the outer years.

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Customers with successful trades get a Best Buy gift certificate for their trade on the spot.

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