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"Currency Volatility" Posts

FXbeacon: Fostering Developmental Relationships in Business: A Holistic Approach

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My wife loves to explore the world. Anyone who has gone on an adventure with us knows that my wife’s trips are always outstanding. My trips on the other hand are usually all about business and developing relationships with people around the world. A few years ago, we visited Notre Dame in Paris and took […]

All Eyes on the Peso: Mexico Overtakes China to be the Largest Exporter to the US

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Recent data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shows Mexico as the new top exporter of goods to the US, dethroning China as the long-time leader of over 20 years. China had a significant decrease in exports to the US of 20% from 2022. The largest export products consist of cars, trucks, computers, parts, machinery, […]

Understanding Currency Exposure: 7 Essential Terms You Should Know

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Imagine you are part of the finance department of an artisan chocolate producer in the UK, renowned for its premium products, and your small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) decides to import macadamia nuts from Hawaii to bring an exotic flair to its product offering. The idea sounds intriguing, but as you delve into the specifics […]

FX Markets Update: December 2023

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Download PDF ANALYSIS BY REGION Euro-Area: Is a recession imminent or are we in one? The last time the European Central Bank met was on the 26th of October when all three key policy rates were left unchanged. For this month’s meeting, markets are expecting the same and truly believe the ECB is done hiking […]

2023 Year-End Currency Hedging: Navigating FX Fluctuations During the Holiday Season

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Download PDF As the holiday season comes into swing, attention may shift away from managing foreign exchange exposures. Still, our analysis shows that this period of the year should be treated with the same vigilance as any other period. In this research piece, GPS delves into an analysis of the most actively traded currency pairs, […]

FXbeacon: Zen and the Art of FX Risk Management

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I like to travel. Experiencing different places and their cultures is a passion for my wife and me. Though we make some restaurant reservations and schedule a few activities, we like to leave room for serendipity. Surprises are encouraged; the best surprises usually become our favorite memories, and the worst surprises almost always become our […]

Hedging Strategies for GBP: What’s been effective in the past year?

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Download PDF As the GBP/USD spot rate currently sits at the midpoint of its 12-month range, many corporate treasurers are searching for the best way to hedge their currency exposures. This article analyzes the performance of various hedging strategies over the last year. To facilitate an accurate comparison, we’ve adopted a standardized approach: the corporate […]

Case Study | How GPS Helped a UK Fashion Retailer Thrive

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Download PDF In this insightful interview, we delved into a client case study with Paul, Head of Treasury and Investor Relations at a prominent fashion retailer based in the UK. With a turnover of approximately £900 million per year, this company operates in the competitive world of fashion. Join us as we explore Paul’s experiences […]