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FX Balance Sheet Hedging: Providing Value by Protecting Value

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Providing Value This May marked eight years since I started working at GPS as an FX Advisor. I have become increasingly grateful I made the decision to go into FX, as the field has become more important for many businesses bracing against market volatility over the last few years. Shortly after I started my position […]

International Entertainment Company Substantially Reduces FX Risk with GPS’ Cash Flow Hedging Expertise

An industry-leading international entertainment company with annual revenues of $900 million operates with a significant presence in over 20 countries, with the European group dealing with five currencies due to its inflows and outflows from operations. Despite their robust market position, the company struggled with managing currency fluctuations and forecasting cash flows accurately in their […]

How Finance Roles Use FX Software for Transparency and Efficacy

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                    In the world of corporate finance, proficiency in foreign exchange (FX) software can bridge gaps and create a financial environment of maximum transparency. Notable figures like Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates—the largest hedge fund in the world with over $150 billion in assets—have […]

Choosing the Right Financial Strategy: Intercompany Netting vs. In-House Banking

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If you seek to optimize your organization’s financial obligations across subsidiary entities, understanding the concept of intercompany netting is essential. This method involves offsetting mutual payables and receivables among different entities within the same group, aiming to minimize the actual funds transferred between parties. When you master the intricacies of intercompany netting, including its operational […]

From Chaos to Clarity: The Magic of Intercompany Netting

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I’ve seen firsthand how overwhelming it can be for treasury departments to manage the avalanche of invoices that come with global companies’ intercompany transactions. The sheer volume and complexity can quickly become unmanageable without the right tools and expertise. I’ve also witnessed the incredible transformation that occurs when treasury departments leverage advanced technology and specialized […]

Interconnected Markets and Cash Flow Hedging Agility

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Especially during the past year, unforeseen conflicts and shifting trade agreements create ripples and test GPS’ ability to predict and respond on the dot when market disruptions occur. While nobody has a crystal ball, cash flow hedging can anticipate and obviate losses. 

From BMX to FX: My Cycling Insights for Managing FX Risk

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When I was 12 years old my parents bought me my first 10-speed road bike.  From my earliest memory, I had a BMX bike that I rode everywhere.  We were a one-car family, which my dad generally used for work. For me to get around to my friends’ places in my semi-rural Australian town, it […]

April FX Market Insights: Key Trends and Analysis

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April 2024 FX Market Brief: Discover key trends, rate changes, and economic insights. Stay ahead with GPS Capital Markets' expert analysis.