Hedges provides fuel risk management solutions that let fleet operators and fuel marketers hedge against price volatility. For fleets, it offers a flat‑rate diesel spike relief service with automatic payouts when diesel prices surge, costing under $40 per truck per month. For marketers, it delivers bespoke option structures—including calls, puts, collars, and basis trades—priced in real time to customize exposure to outright and basis price movements.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Fleet operators and fuel marketers face unpredictable diesel price spikes that can erode margins and complicate budgeting, especially when they lack efficient tools to hedge against fuel price volatility.
Solution
Hedges provides a digital platform that lets fleet owners subscribe to a flat monthly fee per truck, automatically delivering payouts when diesel prices exceed predefined thresholds. For fuel marketers, the service offers customizable option contracts—including calls, puts, collars, and basis swaps—that are priced in real time, enabling precise risk management. The platform automates hedging workflows, converting volatile fuel costs into predictable, budget-friendly expenses without requiring deep financial expertise.
Target Audience
Primary customers are commercial fleet operators seeking cost certainty for diesel expenses and fuel marketers who need tailored hedging instruments to manage price risk.
Features
- Flat-rate subscription model per truck with automatic spike-triggered payouts
- Real-time pricing engine for bespoke option structures (calls, puts, collars, basis swaps)
- Automated settlement and payout processing to reduce manual intervention
- Dashboard for monitoring fuel price exposure and hedging performance
- Integration-ready API for embedding hedging functionality into existing fleet or marketing systems