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FX 101 July 31, 2023Currency reserves — Understanding the holdings of the largest central banks
Types of currency reserves Globally, currency reserves are dominated by a large allocation to US dollars and also precious...
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International News July 27, 2023What is the greenest economy in the world?
What is the green economy? Governments can do more than just reduce their own wastage and greenhouse gas emissions....
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Expat Life July 26, 2023Top 4 affordable countries with a retirement visa
How can you retire abroad? Retiring abroad might seem like an impossible dream, but it is, in fact, completely...
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Expat Life July 20, 2023Which countries are tax-free?
What are the best tax havens? 1. United Arab Emirates Dubai and Abu Dhabi are normally first mentioned when...
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Expat Life July 19, 2023Canada calling: your guide to getting a work permit and residency
What visa pathways are available to move to Canada for work? There are two main pathways to move to...
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FX 101 July 13, 2023History of the GBP/USD exchange rate
First exchange rates The oldest currency pair that is still traded to this day is GBP and USD, and...
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International News July 12, 2023Britain’s energy price cap falls: will prices follow?
What is happening with energy prices? As we’re all aware, the cost of energy has risen dramatically over the...
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FX 101 July 10, 2023What are central bank currency reserves?
Foreign currency reserves — a necessity for economic stability and global trade If a country engages in trade with...
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FX 101 July 7, 2023Top 20 weakest currencies in the world in 2025
20. Mozambican Metical (MZN) Before the metical in Mozambique there was the escudo, until it was replaced in 1980....
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Trade Finance July 6, 2023Government debt: how does it impact the currency markets?
UK government debt passes 100% of GDP Let’s start with some context: figures released last week show that the...
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Trade Finance July 3, 2023Why is the City of London the biggest hub for currency trading?
Historical roots As you may already know, the City of London has a long history dating back to the...
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Expat Life June 29, 2023Moving to Saudi Arabia? Here’s how to get an Iqama
Benefits of moving to Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is an attractive destination for expats, for many of the same...