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FX 101 December 5, 2025What is the currency in Greece? History of the Greek economy
The drachma and currency history Before joining the Eurozone, Greece’s currency was the drachma (δραχμή). The modern drachma was...
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FX 101 November 28, 2025What is the currency in Vietnam?
Key takeaways Vietnam’s official currency is the Vietnamese đồng (VND, ₫). Cash in đồng is essential for everyday transactions,...
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FX 101 November 10, 2025What is the currency in Thailand?
Using Thailand’s currency In Thailand, you will use baht for everything from street food to hotel stays. Fortunately, Thailand...
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FX 101 October 24, 2025What is the currency of the UAE?
What is the currency in Dubai? Dubai does not have its own currency – it also uses the UAE...
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FX 101 October 14, 2025Best UK credit cards for international travel (low fees & perks)
Lloyds Bank Ultra Travel Credit Card The Lloyds Ultra Credit Card is one of the newest and most rewarding...
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FX 101 August 1, 2025How geopolitical events affect your everyday expenses
Energy prices and conflicts Wars and sanctions have an immediate effect on energy prices, which then bleed into household...
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Expat LifeFX 101 May 27, 2025Cost of Living Comparison: Moving Abroad vs Staying Home in 2025
Housing and utilities The primary considerations should be: Rent and housing Expat-friendly countries typically offer much cheaper housing. For...
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Expat LifeFX 101 May 23, 2025Top tips for managing finances while living abroad
Budgeting and managing expenses Tracking spending and creating a realistic budget is crucial. Record all income and expenses to...
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FX 101 May 8, 2025Cryptocurrency vs fiat: which is better for cross-border transfers in 2025?
Transaction speed Cryptocurrency networks typically settle transfers much faster than traditional banking, with blockchains confirming transactions within seconds or...
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Expat LifeFX 101 April 28, 2025What is the currency of Ireland?
The euro The euro (EUR) is the official currency of the Republic of Ireland. The euro is split into...
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FX 101 April 11, 2025Impact of tariffs on currency
How do tariffs affect the value of the US dollar? At the time of writing, the implementation of tariffs...
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FX 101 March 26, 2025What is the IMF special drawing rights basket?
What are SDRs? Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) are an international reserve asset created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF)...