As regards direct effects, there are indications that speculative activity in the markets for derivatives on oil as well as in other non-oil commodities has been increasing. An example of the risks that can be posed by such activity in non-oil commodities markets was the episode involving the Amaranth Advisors hedge fund that collapsed in September.
I am also pleased to mention that by the first quarter of 2020, our banknotes will have the following security enhancements in our banknotes: upgraded windowed security thread with unique color and design per denomination; anti-copying and anti-scanning features; and incorporation of tactile marks which is meant for the elderly and visually-impaired.