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Alabama
8
- Alabama VintageApparel · Tuscaloosa. Hedging on the Alabama–Georgia game being delayed or canceled by Hurricane Isaias.
- Bryant Holley Media LLCMedia · Tuscaloosa. Hedging on the Alabama–Georgia game being delayed or canceled.
- EE&S TruckingTrucking · Birmingham. Hedging against rising fuel prices that push up transport costs.
- Heat Pizza BarRestaurant · Tuscaloosa. Hedging on the Alabama–Georgia game being delayed or canceled by Hurricane Isaias.
- Interstar TransportationTransportation · Tuscaloosa. Hedging on the Alabama–Georgia game being delayed or canceled by a hurricane.
- Martin Maintenance Services LLCConstruction · Birmingham. Hedging against higher year-end oil prices, which drive up materials costs.
- Tri-Port LogisticsLogistics · Birmingham. Hedging on Hurricane Isaias making landfall and closing ports.
- Wahoo BBQRestaurant · Tuscaloosa. Hedging on the Alabama–Georgia game being delayed or canceled by a hurricane.
Alaska
1
- Sleepy BayFishing · Anchorage. Hedging against rising fuel costs for its fishing boats.
Arizona
3
- Brenden TheatersMovie Theater · Phoenix. Hedging against a slow quarter for new releases, since fewer movies in theaters means fewer ticket sales.
- gavAI LLCSoftware · Phoenix. Hedging against rising computing costs.
- Wadens Logistics LLCTrucking · Phoenix. Hedging on diesel ending the year above $5.40.
Arkansas
1
- John Nauss ConstructionConstruction · Little Rock. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
California
52
- 28wishesIce Cream · Los Angeles. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Abraham's ValetValet · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising oil prices as a stand-in for fuel costs.
- Blue LightSports Bar · San Francisco. Hedging a $100-off game-day promotion.
- Bobmat TransportTrucking · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising fuel prices that push up transport costs.
- Brenden TheatersMovie Theater · Los Angeles. Hedging against a slow quarter for new releases, since fewer movies in theaters means fewer ticket sales.
- Cal JerseysApparel · Berkeley. Hedging on a weak Cal football season.
- Capital USA LawnLandscaping · Los Angeles. Hedging against bad weather that stops outdoor work.
- CCE TruckingTrucking · Los Angeles. Hedging against high diesel prices that raise the cost of running its dump trucks.
- Century 21Real Estate · Lake Tahoe. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Tahoe.
- Connected Home BuyersReal Estate · Lake Tahoe. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Tahoe.
- CreamIce Cream · Los Angeles. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Cream CookiesFood & Beverage · Los Angeles. Hedging on the 49ers missing the playoffs.
- D.S. Artistry Productions LLCProduction · Los Angeles. Hedging on the Atlanta Dream winning the WNBA Finals.
- Delivery United Smoke ShopDelivery · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising oil prices.
- El SuperDelivery · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising oil prices as a stand-in for fuel costs.
- Executive Inspection ServicesInspection · Los Angeles. Hedging against high California gas prices.
- Forme ScienceE-Commerce · Los Angeles. Hedging a promotion: full cashback if a chosen team won the World Cup.
- Freewheel BrewingSports Bar · Los Angeles. Hedging a $100-off game-day promotion.
- Good DogLocal Services · Lake Tahoe. Hedging against low pre-Christmas snowfall at Northstar, which cuts seasonal business.
- GoodBarSports Bar · Los Angeles. Hedging a $100-off game-day promotion.
- Granados Home LoansReal Estate · Los Angeles. Hedging against an unfavorable Fed rate decision.
- InfragridSoftware · San Francisco. Hedging a promotion: three free months for new sign-ups if the 49ers won the Super Bowl.
- Jaxon LaneE-Commerce · Los Angeles. Hedging against new tariffs raising its costs.
- Jojo's BazaarCollectibles · Los Angeles. Hedging against a drop in resale prices for a key Pokémon product.
- Kreation Organic JuiceryFood & Beverage · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising oil prices that raise delivery and supply costs.
- LA Hospitality GroupBar Group · Los Angeles. Hedging on the Dodgers missing the World Series.
- La Jama Latin CuisineFood Truck · Los Angeles. Hedging on the Dodgers hosting fewer than seven playoff games.
- Mammoth Rock ’n’ BowlRestaurant · Mammoth Lakes. Hedging against low pre-Christmas snowfall at Mammoth.
- Marin Brothers BuildersConstruction · Los Angeles. Hedging against a California ballot measure that would slow building.
- Mis Wrap CateringFood Truck · Los Angeles. Hedging on the Dodgers hosting fewer than three playoff games.
- Mountain Bike San FranciscoBike Tours · San Francisco. Hedging against rainy months that cut bookings for its mountain bike tours.
- NarraFood & Beverage · Los Angeles. Hedging a promotion tied to a player winning the U.S. Open.
- Navore FarmFarm · San Diego. Hedging against heat waves that stress crops.
- Oscar's TransportTransportation · Los Angeles. Hedging against high gas prices.
- Paradigm ConsultingConsulting · Berkeley. Hedging on a poor Cal football season.
- Perez ElectronicsHome Services · Los Angeles. Hedging on California gas prices climbing past $6.80.
- Rossetti Landscape DesignLandscaping · Los Angeles. Hedging against extreme heat in Los Angeles that slows outdoor work.
- Ruby Hill Cricket LeagueSports League · San Francisco. Hedging against rainy months in San Francisco that cancel games.
- S.A.M. Imports Inc.Trucking · Los Angeles. Hedging against expensive fuel for its trucks.
- Saddle Ranch Chop HouseRestaurant · Los Angeles. Hedging against heavy rain in Los Angeles that keeps diners away.
- San Diego Hospitality GroupBar Group · San Diego. Hedging on an early Padres playoff exit.
- Sklar ConstructionConstruction · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising lumber prices, a key cost for its construction jobs.
- Sky2C LogisticsLogistics · Los Angeles. Hedging on diesel climbing above $6.30 this month.
- SM Gardening ServicesGardening · Los Angeles. Hedging against a rainy month in Los Angeles that disrupts outdoor work.
- Spinella GroupReal Estate · Los Angeles. Hedging against Fed rate hikes that cool buyer demand.
- Stone Man RoofingRoofing · Los Angeles. Hedging against a rainy month in Los Angeles that disrupts outdoor work.
- Sun C Trucking LLCTrucking · Los Angeles. Hedging against rising oil and diesel prices.
- Super Discount HaulingTrucking · Los Angeles. Hedging against weekly rises in oil and diesel prices.
- Tacos El JuanitoRestaurant · Los Angeles. Hedging on an early Dodgers playoff exit.
- Three Sticks ProductionsEntertainment · Lake Tahoe. Hedging against low pre-Christmas snowfall in Tahoe, which means fewer tourists and events.
- Village Car WashCar Wash · Los Angeles. Hedging against rainy months in Los Angeles that slow business.
- Western GrazersGoat Grazing · Red Bluff. Hedging against new legislation that could affect its grazing business.
Colorado
9
- Artisan Builders of the RockiesConstruction · Vail. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Vail.
- Bartholomew Rentals LLCRentals · Vail. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Vail.
- Brenden TheatersMovie Theater · Denver. Hedging against a slow quarter for new releases, since fewer movies in theaters means fewer ticket sales.
- Denver Hospitality GroupBar Group · Denver. Hedging on the Broncos not hosting a home playoff game.
- DoorDash driver (CO)Delivery · Denver. Hedging against high gas prices.
- Hydan EntertainmentEntertainment · Snowmass. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Snowmass.
- JCC Services LLCMortgage · Denver. Hedging against heavy December snow in Denver that slows business.
- Replay SportsRetail · Aspen. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Aspen.
- The Trentini AgenciesInsurance · Denver. Hedging against heavy December snow in Denver that drives up claims.
Connecticut
3
- Bell Brothers TransportTransportation · Hartford. Hedging against rising fuel prices using oil markets.
- M&T Landscapes LLCHardscaping · Hartford. Hedging against high gas and diesel prices.
- Superior Energy, LLCPropane · Hartford. Hedging against rising crude oil prices.
D.C.
3
- JubileFood & Beverage · Washington. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- KeneticFood & Beverage · Washington. Hedging against new tariffs raising its costs.
- TallBoySports Bar · Washington. Hedging a $100-off game-day promotion.
Delaware
2
- Mike The HandymanRemodeling · Wilmington. Hedging against heavy winter snowfall that delays its jobs.
- Missing LinkProduction · Wilmington. Hedging against high inflation raising its costs.
Florida
17
- Alpha & Omega InteriorConstruction · Miami. Hedging against a rainy July in Miami that delays job sites.
- Apollo PoolsPools · Miami. Hedging on a short World Series.
- Artech 345 LLCRentals · Miami. Hedging against the Fed holding rates steady.
- Business Express CourierDelivery · Miami. Hedging on weekly U.S. gas prices rising above $4.31.
- Coastal Transport PartnersTransportation · Miami. Hedging against rising fuel costs.
- Daily RoofingRoofing · Miami. Hedging against a Category 4+ hurricane making landfall in Florida.
- Home2 Suites + Hampton Inn LakelandHotels · Lakeland. Hedging against an above-average hurricane season.
- Independent builder (FL)Construction · Miami. Hedging against a major hurricane landfall in Florida.
- KMC3 OutdoorsLandscaping · Miami. Hedging against a quiet Atlantic hurricane season that cuts storm-cleanup work.
- Late Start BrewingCraft Brewery · Miami. Hedging on a short World Series.
- LauderbeachRentals · Miami. Hedging against interest rates staying high.
- Morabito ConstructionConstruction · Miami. Hedging against interest rates staying high.
- Saintus transport FLTrucking · Miami. Hedging against rising oil prices.
- Sombus NetworksTelecom · Miami. Hedging against Hurricane Isaias strengthening to a major storm.
- Southeast Construction PartnersConstruction · Miami. Hedging against rainy days in Miami, when crews can't work.
- Vino BistroRestaurant · Miami. Hedging on a short World Series.
- Wicked CantinaBar · Miami. Hedging on a short World Series.
Georgia
5
- Georgia PoolsPools · Atlanta. Hedging a promotion tied to the Atlanta Falcons.
- Hazlehurst OilOil & Gas · Atlanta. Hedging against rising oil prices.
- Kwan Morrow LLCTrucking · Atlanta. Hedging on weekly U.S. gas prices rising above $4.32.
- Pulos Trucking LLCTrucking · Atlanta. Hedging on diesel ending the year above $5.60.
- Swisslog Logistics Inc.Transportation · Atlanta. Hedging against high diesel prices.
Hawaii
2
- R&L Taxi & Tours LLCTaxi · Honolulu. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
- Reece MechanicsMechanic · Honolulu. Hedging against high diesel prices, which make customers delay repairs.
Idaho
3
- Johnson Real EstateReal Estate · Boise. Hedging against no rate cuts before 2027.
- Lefty's Bar & Grill KetchumRestaurant · Sun Valley. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Sun Valley.
- Rack TowingTowing · Boise. Hedging on U.S. gas prices topping $5 by year end.
Illinois
12
- ACS PowerWashSnow Removal · Chicago. Hedging against a low-snow December in Chicago.
- ANG TransportationTrucking · Chicago. Hedging on oil ending the year above $90.
- Atomic WingsFood & Beverage · Champaign. Hedging a promotion: free wings if Illinois beat Duke.
- Clark Street SportsApparel · Chicago. Hedging on the Cubs hosting fewer than three playoff games.
- DMA Freight Logistics Inc.Trucking · Chicago. Hedging on oil ending the year above $85.
- Liquor LandFood & Beverage · Champaign. Hedging a drink promotion tied to Illinois leading Duke at halftime.
- Made Local BrandsLogistics · Chicago. Hedging on U.S. gas prices rising above $4.33.
- Naya Indian CuisineFood & Beverage · Champaign. Hedging a promotion: free samosas if Illinois beat Duke.
- NWHCCChamber of Commerce · Chicago. Hedging on the Bears not hosting a playoff game.
- Rizzo's Bar & InnSports Bar · Chicago. Hedging on the Cubs hosting two or fewer home playoff games.
- SA Renovations LLCConstruction · Chicago. Hedging against extreme heat in Chicago that slows job sites.
- Wateriders KayakBoating · Chicago. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
Indiana
2
- I and M Trucking LLCTrucking · Indianapolis. Hedging against weekly spikes in diesel prices.
- Rieth Riley ConstructionConstruction · Indianapolis. Hedging on oil ending the year above $110, which drives up materials costs.
Iowa
1
- All-Out Lawn and Landscaping LLCLandscaping · Des Moines. Hedging against bad weather and rising diesel prices.
Kansas
1
- Freestate Logistics / Black RemodelLogistics & Contracting · Wichita. Hedging against commodity prices and election outcomes that raise its costs.
Kentucky
1
- Winners Circle Trailers LLCMechanic · Lexington. Hedging against rainy days in Lexington, when he can't work.
Louisiana
1
- Ortega's Maids Services LLCCleaning · New Orleans. Hedging on U.S. gas prices rising above $4.33.
Maine
1
- Parsonage Bed and BreakfastHospitality · Portland ME. Hedging against inflation running above 3.7%.
Maryland
4
- Bay Bridge Freight LLCTrucking · Baltimore. Hedging on diesel climbing past $6.20 after a year of sharp increases.
- Mercury Home RemodelingConstruction · Baltimore. Hedging on oil ending the year above $110 after rising oil pushed flooring costs up 40%.
- Wellington PropertiesProperty Management · Baltimore. Hedging against storms that damage properties.
- Zest TeaFood & Beverage · Baltimore. Hedging against higher shipping costs and new tariffs.
Massachusetts
6
- Frosty Ice CreamIce Cream · Boston. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- MassWake RentalsJet Ski Rental · Boston. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Medfield Junk RemovalJunk Removal · Boston. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Ross McKee LandscapingLandscaping · Boston. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Sovereign Bot LLCFinance · Boston. Hedging against political and economic surprises, like Fed decisions and inflation.
- The Gateway PubBar · Boston. Hedging against heavy December snow in Boston that keeps customers home.
Michigan
4
- Maine LobsterFishing · Detroit. Hedging a promotion tied to Drake Maye.
- McMillan's Lawn and SnowLandscaping · Detroit. Hedging against rainy days that stop lawn work.
- Orman TowingTowing · Detroit. Hedging against rising oil prices that drive up its costs.
- Yul TruckTrucking · Detroit. Hedging against high monthly diesel prices.
Minnesota
4
- Corn farm (MN)Farm · Minneapolis. Hedging against a strong corn harvest pushing prices down.
- Danberry Building CorpConstruction · Minneapolis. Hedging against December snow in Minneapolis that delays home builds.
- Diamondz N The Ruff CutzBarbershop · Minneapolis. Hedging against heavy December snow in Minneapolis that cuts walk-ins.
- Family farm (MN)Farm · Minneapolis. Hedging against too much rain during the growing season.
Mississippi
1
- Hartman Heating and AirHVAC · Jackson MS. Hedging against cold snaps and high oil prices.
Missouri
2
- A+ Mobile DetailingAuto Detailing · St. Louis. Hedging against rainy days in St. Louis that cancel appointments.
- Will Go HaulingTrucking · Kansas City. Hedging against high monthly diesel prices.
Montana
7
- Ascend Properties LLCRentals · Big Sky. Hedging against a late ski opening and low snowfall in Big Sky.
- Big Sky BuildersConstruction · Big Sky. Hedging against rising materials and fuel costs.
- Chauffeur service (MT)Transportation · Bozeman. Hedging on U.S. gas prices topping $4.60 by year end.
- Family farm (MT)Farm · Bozeman. Hedging against high oil prices and swings in corn prices.
- Mobley Land ServicesLand Management · Big Sky. Hedging against heavy December snow in Big Sky that halts work.
- TC GlassConstruction · Bozeman. Hedging against rising fuel prices that push up transport costs.
- Tres Toros Tacos & TequilaRestaurant · Big Sky. Hedging on December snowfall in Big Sky topping 45 inches.
Nebraska
2
- 100 Year HomesReal Estate · Omaha. Hedging against a weak Nebraska corn harvest that hurts the local economy.
- Myers Construction Inc.Construction · Omaha. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
Nevada
1
- Brenden TheatersMovie Theater · Las Vegas. Hedging against a slow quarter for new releases, since fewer movies in theaters means fewer ticket sales.
New Hampshire
2
- Sidman Automotive ServiceAuto Repair · Manchester. Hedging against rising oil prices.
- Thornhill TransportTransportation · Manchester. Hedging against rising fuel prices using oil markets.
New Jersey
20
- A B Maniar & Son LLCGeneral Contractor · Newark. Hedging against high lumber and steel prices.
- Belmont Leather CompanyManufacturing · Newark. Hedging on gas topping $4.70 and rising diesel prices.
- ExxonMobil Gas StationGas Station · Jersey City. Hedging against weekly drops in New Jersey gas prices.
- ExxonMobil Gas StationGas Station · Newark. Hedging against weekly drops in New Jersey gas prices.
- ExxonMobil Gas StationGas Station · Paramus. Hedging against weekly drops in New Jersey gas prices.
- Family LaundryLaundry · Paramus. Hedging on natural gas ending the year above $6, a major cost for its dryers.
- Furino & SonsConstruction · Newark. Hedging on U.S. gas prices rising above $4.33.
- G3 Auto CareAuto Care · Newark. Hedging against rainy weekends in Newark that cancel detailing jobs.
- Havatian HomesReal Estate · Newark. Hedging on 30-year mortgage rates ending the year above 7.7%.
- iHome DesignsHome Services · Newark. Hedging against rising materials costs and bad weather.
- J&J BagelsFood & Beverage · Newark. Hedging against high egg prices.
- Juliano & Son ContractingTrucking · Franklin Lakes. Hedging against rising diesel prices.
- Mitchells Auto BodyAuto Repair · Newark. Hedging against steel tariffs staying in place into 2027.
- Mountain Valley LandscapingLandscaping · Newark. Hedging against bad weather that stops landscaping work.
- Princeton Tower DevelopmentReal Estate · Princeton. Hedging against winter weather in Trenton that raises development costs.
- Ridgeco PropertiesReal Estate · Newark. Hedging on 30-year mortgage rates ending the year above 7.7%.
- Shore Bet ConstructionConstruction · Newark. Hedging against high interest rates and inflation.
- SivroIT Services · Newark. Hedging on U.S. gas prices rising above $4.30.
- The Procurement ProGovernment Contractor · Newark. Hedging against Canada raising tariffs on U.S. goods.
- Veteran With a CameraPhotography · Newark. Hedging against rainy days in Newark that cancel shoots.
New Mexico
3
- Future Dairy ServiceFarm · Albuquerque. Hedging against hot days that stress its herd.
- Gizmo’s Maintenance and Lawn CareLandscaping · Albuquerque. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
- Rise Again LogistixTrucking · Albuquerque. Hedging against weekly rises in gas prices.
New York
41
- 7th StreetFood & Beverage · New York. Hedging a promotion: 777 free burgers if the Knicks won.
- Ace's PizzaRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: the first 100 customers ate free.
- Angie JuiceFood & Beverage · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: a free matcha for everyone if an American won.
- Backyard Bar & BilliardsBar · New York. Hedging on an early Yankees playoff exit.
- Bangkok BroRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: free mango sticky rice and Thai tea if an American won.
- BK Backyard BarBar · New York. Hedging on an early Yankees playoff exit.
- Daltons & GrillBar · New York. Hedging a promotion: $75 off for the first 75 customers if the Giants won on Monday Night Football.
- Del GelatoIce Cream · New York. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- DJH Builders Inc.Construction · New York. Hedging against rainy days on site and rising oil prices.
- East Village PizzaRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: an hour of free slices if an American won.
- Fraser ContractingConstruction · New York. Hedging against rainy days in New York that stop work.
- Gnocchi on 9thRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion for its followers.
- Good CompanyBar · New York. Hedging on the Yankees losing to the Red Sox.
- Hen House NYCRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: free wraps if an American won.
- High NoteBar · New York. Hedging on the Yankees losing to the Red Sox.
- Independent carriage owner (NYC)Horse Carriage · New York. Hedging against a ban on horse-drawn carriages in New York City.
- La MechanteFood & Beverage · New York. Hedging against rain on farmers-market weekends, after baking all week.
- Limo service (NY)Transportation · New York. Hedging on U.S. gas prices topping $4.70.
- Macs Central Park ToursTours · New York. Hedging against rainy days in New York that cancel tours.
- Mejia LandscapingLandscaping · New York. Hedging against bad weather in New York that stops landscaping work.
- Mimi'sIce Cream · New York. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- MindBloomHealth Care · New York. Hedging against the FDA's decision on psychedelic treatments.
- Neptune RooterPlumbing · New York. Hedging against rising commodity prices.
- NYC Painting & DrywallPainting · New York. Hedging against rainy months that delay exterior painting jobs.
- OakBerryFood & Beverage · New York. Hedging against rainy days, when its New York stores are slowest.
- One for OneBar · New York. Hedging on an early Yankees playoff exit.
- One4OneRestaurant · New York. Hedging on short seasons for the Knicks and Yankees.
- PillarMetals · New York. Hedging against swings in tungsten prices.
- PlayablyE-Commerce · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion.
- Rage CageEntertainment · New York. Hedging on Knicks losses.
- Saler Moving & Hauling LLCMoving · New York. Hedging on oil ending the year above $105.
- SJ Lincoln RealtyReal Estate · New York. Hedging against rising mortgage and interest rates.
- The Addison NYBar · New York. Hedging on an early Yankees playoff exit.
- The Flower ShopRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion.
- The JeffreySports Bar · New York. Hedging a $100-off promotion tied to the Knicks.
- Towering Grip / BXB FilmsFilm Production · New York. Hedging against December snow in New York that delays outdoor shoots.
- Tyorkin Medical / Real EstateMedical & Real Estate · New York. Hedging against December snowfall in New York that raises property costs.
- Uptaco NYCRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: free breakfast tacos.
- Utopia BagelsFood & Beverage · New York. Hedging a promotion: free bagels if the Knicks won.
- While In KathmanduRestaurant · New York. Hedging an NYC Marathon promotion: free momos and chai.
- YesterdaysBar · New York. Hedging on an early Yankees playoff exit.
North Carolina
7
- Carolina Ale HouseSports Bar · Charlotte. Hedging a Stanley Cup Final promotion.
- Coley HomeFurniture · Charlotte. Hedging against the outcome of North Carolina's Senate race.
- East Coast TowingTowing · Charlotte. Hedging against rising diesel prices.
- Garden City MortgageReal Estate · Charlotte. Hedging against rising mortgage rates.
- Hemsath LogisticsMoving · Charlotte. Hedging against high oil prices.
- J.A. Hart Construction Inc.Construction · Charlotte. Hedging against bad weather and rising oil prices.
- Transportation operator (NC)Transportation · Charlotte. Hedging against high oil prices.
North Dakota
1
- Oil rig operator (ND)Oil & Gas · Fargo. Hedging on oil ending the year above $115, which drives up operating costs.
Ohio
4
- D's Food TruckFood & Beverage · Columbus. Hedging against rainy months that slow sales.
- Koehler Brothers ConstructionConstruction · Columbus. Hedging against Fed rate decisions and Ohio's 2026 governor race.
- NuwayLandscaping · Columbus. Hedging against rising gas prices.
- One More Time TruckingTrucking · Columbus. Hedging against rising diesel prices.
Oklahoma
4
- BM Movers and LaborMoving · Oklahoma City. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
- Family farm (OK)Farm · Oklahoma City. Hedging against extreme temperatures in Oklahoma City.
- Independent trucker (OK)Trucking · Oklahoma City. Hedging on diesel ending the year above $6.40.
- Lempa ConstructionConstruction · Oklahoma City. Hedging against rainy days in Oklahoma City that delay jobs.
Oregon
2
- BenchmadeE-Commerce · Portland. Hedging a World Series promotion.
- Shaynes Diesel and Auto RepairAuto Repair · Portland. Hedging against rising oil prices.
Pennsylvania
4
- Construction contractor (PA)Construction · Philadelphia. Hedging against Philadelphia days above 97°F, when crews lose hours.
- Flooring contractor (PA)Flooring · Philadelphia. Hedging on oil ending the year above $110 after flooring costs rose sharply.
- Greek Real Estate PartnersReal Estate · Philadelphia. Hedging against heavy snowfall that delays development projects.
- Snyder and Sons Home Remodeling LLCConstruction · Philadelphia. Hedging against rainy days, when crews can't work on projects.
Rhode Island
1
- EZ WashersPower Washing · Providence. Hedging against rainy days in Providence, when crews can't work.
South Carolina
6
- ARD TruckingTrucking · Columbia. Hedging on weekly U.S. gas prices rising above $4.30.
- Cottage and VineApparel · Columbia. Hedging on South Carolina missing the College Football Playoff.
- Fast Growing TreesPlant Nursery · Columbia. Hedging against bad weather in South Carolina.
- Greenville short term rentals LLCRentals · Greenville. Hedging against rainy days that cut bookings.
- Palmetto WastewaterWastewater · Columbia. Hedging against Hurricane Isaias reaching Category 4 and halting work.
- West of VineApparel · Columbia. Hedging on South Carolina missing the College Football Playoff.
South Dakota
4
- Binger FarmsFarm · Sioux Falls. Hedging against a poor corn harvest in South Dakota.
- Comfort Care TransportationTransportation · Sioux Falls. Hedging against the outcome of South Dakota's Senate race.
- Quality Plumbing & ServicePlumbing · Sioux Falls. Hedging against weekly spikes in oil prices.
- Shuttle ExpressTransportation · Sioux Falls. Hedging against high gas prices in South Dakota.
Tennessee
6
- EgoHomeE-Commerce · Nashville. Hedging a promotion: full refunds if a Love Island couple won.
- Golden Bear LogisticsTrucking · Nashville. Hedging on diesel ending the year above $6.20.
- Little Yardley FarmFarm · Nashville. Hedging against rainy weekends.
- Nashville Crystal StoreRetail · Nashville. Hedging against swings in gold and silver prices.
- Pro Flooring and TileFlooring · Nashville. Hedging on oil ending the year above $115, which drives up flooring costs.
- Unique 1 Inc.Trucking · Nashville. Hedging on diesel ending the year above $6.40.
Texas
28
- 1 Solar SolutionSolar · Houston. Hedging against stormy weather that delays installs.
- ArmadilloSports Bar · Houston. Hedging on Texas teams not making the playoffs.
- Austin GardenOutdoor Venue · Austin. Hedging on the Longhorns missing the College Football Playoff.
- Austin Hospitality GroupBar Group · Austin. Hedging on the Longhorns missing the College Football Playoff.
- Babylon Iron DoorsConstruction · San Antonio. Hedging against rainy days in San Antonio that delay installs.
- Big Tex Boat RentalsBoating · Houston. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Biz-zz Bee Farms Pest ControlPest Control · Houston. Hedging against new EPA rules on rodent bait that would raise its costs.
- BSX LLCTrucking · Houston. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
- Chop SportsSports Bar · Houston. Hedging on Texas teams not making the playoffs.
- CRL6 TruckingTrucking · Houston. Hedging against high diesel prices at year end.
- Curtis - C TreeTree Removal · Houston. Hedging against rising gas prices and bad weather.
- Dainty DilloSports Bar · Houston. Hedging on Texas teams not making the playoffs.
- Elite Leases and Property ManagementProperty Management · Houston. Hedging against high 30-year mortgage rates at year end.
- Float on Boat RentalsBoating · Houston. Hedging against bad-weather days that keep customers home.
- Frank Landscaping and Outdoor ServicesLandscaping · Houston. Hedging against rainy days in Houston, when crews can't work.
- Freightbull IncTrucking · Houston. Hedging on oil topping $90 by year end.
- Global Freight, LLCTrucking · Houston. With US diesel at $5.80, Jorge put $3,000 on it hitting $6.20 or higher by the end of September as a hedge in case prices kept rising. They did. Diesel has since reached an all-time high, clearing $6.40/gal today.
- Inn CahootsBar · Austin. Hedging on the Longhorns missing the College Football Playoff.
- Johnson Custom FloorsConstruction · Dallas. Hedging against extreme heat in Dallas that slows job sites.
- Pit Master BBQRestaurant · Houston. Hedging against rainy days in Houston that slow business.
- Raging Bull Street TacosFood Truck · College Station. Hedging against rainy weekends and Texas A&M losses that slow sales.
- Real estate agent (Austin)Real Estate · Austin. Hedging against extreme heat in Austin that slows showings.
- San Antonio Hospitality GroupBar Group · San Antonio. Hedging on a weak Spurs regular season.
- Seahorse TransportTrucking · Houston. Hedging on diesel hitting $6.70 by year end.
- Tanzenwald Brewing CompanyRestaurant · Houston. Hedging against rainy weekends that slow business.
- Texas DrainageDrainage · Houston. Hedging against election outcomes that affect its business.
- The Flower Shop AustinBar · Austin. Hedging on the Longhorns missing the College Football Playoff.
- Trinity Roofing HTXRoofing · Houston. Hedging on the Alabama–Georgia game being delayed or canceled by a hurricane.
Utah
5
- BBBReal Estate · Salt Lake City. Hedging against low pre-Christmas snowfall that cuts bookings.
- Dorai HomeE-Commerce · Salt Lake City. Hedging against new tariffs raising its costs.
- Sky Trucking ServiceTrucking · Salt Lake City. Hedging against rising oil prices.
- Slumber LaneEntertainment · Park City. Hedging against low pre-Christmas snowfall in Park City, which cuts tourism.
- Thread WalletsE-Commerce · Salt Lake City. Hedging a customer promotion.
Vermont
4
- OKICANDOIT LLCReal Estate · Stowe. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Stowe.
- Polow & Polow PLLCLaw · Stowe. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Stowe.
- Statia Rankin ElectricalElectrical · Burlington. Hedging against bad weather that delays jobs.
- Tournament SpecialtiesEntertainment · Stowe. Hedging against low snowfall in Stowe that cuts ski-season orders.
Virginia
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- Independent contractor (VA)Construction · Richmond. Hedging against extreme heat in D.C. that slows job sites.
- WJL Couriers LLCTransportation · Richmond. Hedging against rising fuel prices using oil markets.
Washington
7
- Bender Wasenmiller Custom BuildersConstruction · Seattle. Hedging against hot days in Seattle, when crews lose hours.
- Boyal Pro DevelopmentSoccer Camp · Seattle. Hedging against heavy rain in Seattle that cancels camp sessions.
- Jovani ConstructionConstruction · Seattle. Hedging against rainy days in Seattle that stop work.
- Olympia Premier LeagueSports League · Seattle. Hedging against rainouts that cancel league games.
- Philly NachosFood & Beverage · Seattle. Hedging against rainy days in Seattle that slow sales.
- Rideshare driver (WA)Transportation · Seattle. Hedging against rising oil prices.
- Spokane Lawn CareLandscaping · Spokane. Hedging against natural gas prices and bad weather.
West Virginia
2
- J and J ConstructionConstruction · Charleston WV. Hedging against rising materials and equipment costs.
- Standard Labs Inc.Energy · Charleston WV. Hedging against rising oil prices that drive up equipment fuel costs.
Wisconsin
10
- Bill's BarBar · Milwaukee. Hedging on the Brewers getting swept in the World Series.
- Centgraf FarmsHospitality · Milwaukee. Hedging on a short World Series.
- Cornelia Home PrepRemodeling · Milwaukee. Hedging on a short Brewers World Series.
- Disch LandscapingLandscaping · Milwaukee. Hedging against a low-snow December in Milwaukee that slows plowing work.
- JJ Trucking of SheboyganTrucking · Sheboygan. Hedging on diesel ending September above $6.40.
- Magoos on the MoundBar · Milwaukee. Hedging on Milwaukee hosting fewer than three playoff games.
- Saz's Hospitality GroupHospitality · Milwaukee. Hedging on a short World Series.
- The Ballroom at the ReserveHospitality · Milwaukee. Hedging on a short World Series.
- Uptown SliceHospitality · Milwaukee. Hedging on a short World Series.
- VS Water Blasting LLCPower Washing · Milwaukee. Hedging against rainy days, when crews can't power wash.
Wyoming
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- Alford DrillingDrilling · Cheyenne. Hedging against rising fuel costs.
- Beartooth HydroseedLandscaping · Cheyenne. Hedging against high oil prices at year end.
- FRX Coffee ShopCoffee · Jackson. Hedging against a late ski-season opening in Jackson Hole.
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CNBC + 2 moreHow a California goat herding company is hedging against risk of higher wages
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Rizzo's Bar & Inn · Chicago, IL
CBS News + 1 moreThis movie theater chain hedges its slow season on Kalshi
Brenden Theaters · Las Vegas, NV
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Case study
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