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FX 101 August 24, 2023How do currency pairs work?
Understanding currency pairs The format of the currency pair is important, as the order signifies how the currency is...
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Personal Transfers August 23, 2023Say “I do” to financial security at your destination wedding
Where are the top overseas wedding destinations? Approximately 25% of British couples opt for a destination wedding – and...
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International News August 21, 2023Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs): what you need to know
What are ‘Central Bank Digital Currencies’ (CBDCs)? The term ‘Central Bank Digital Currency’ is a word looking to describe...
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Expat Life August 18, 202310 things to consider if you’re moving to Saudi Arabia from the UK
1. Culture and lifestyle Saudi Arabia has a unique cultural and social landscape shaped by its rich history and...
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FX 101 August 17, 2023History of the Pound vs Euro
When was the euro introduced? The euro was technically introduced on 1st January 1999, but it was not until...
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Corporate Exchange August 16, 2023Rising interest rates causing insolvencies: how to protect your business
Corporate insolvencies on the rise in 2023 The latest figures from 18th July show that England and Wales look...
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Trade Finance August 14, 2023How has Yield Curve Control impacted the value of the Japanese Yen?
What is Yield Curve Control (YCC)? Yield Curve Control is part of the monetary toolkit of Central Banks to...
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Trade Finance August 10, 2023How does a forward contract work?
What is a forward contract? A forward contract is simply an agreement between a buyer and a seller to...
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Trade Finance August 9, 2023How does the Federal Reserve influence the economy and markets?
What is the Federal Reserve, and how does it work? The Federal Reserve, officially the Federal Reserve System, is...
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FX 101 August 7, 2023The Kuwaiti Dinar: a closer look at the world’s strongest currency
History of the Kuwaiti Dinar Kuwait's currency, the Kuwaiti Dinar, was first issued in 1961, replacing the Gulf rupee,...
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Trade Finance August 4, 2023Will the US dollar collapse?
What does it take for a currency to collapse? A currency collapse occurs when the currency loses its value...
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Trade Finance August 2, 20236 Key economic indicators that impact the foreign exchange rate
Why do the markets monitor economic performance? For those dealing with the live currency markets, such as investors, they’re...