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Expat Life September 18, 2023How does duty-free work?
What is duty tax? Duty tax is not a specific tax, but rather a term for taxes which are...
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Trade Finance September 11, 2023What is ring-fencing?
When was ring-fencing introduced? The 2007 financial crisis sent the world economy into a complete economic disaster; the main...
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FX 101 September 6, 2023What is a currency war?
How can a currency’s value be changed? A currency’s value can be determined by a multitude of factors, and...
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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...
