An new Exchange Traded Fund has been listed on the LSE that tracks Brent Oil Prices. This means that you can hedge against oil price increases without having to by BP/Shell etc stock. More info at their website below, or go to the LSE website and search for the product OILB.
http://www.oil-etf.com/lse/os_news_050728.asp
Oil backed Exchange Traded Fund launches on the LSE
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Oil backed Exchange Traded Fund launches on the LSE
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