Protecting against foreign exchange changes
Currency markets are always moving, making it difficult for importers to be sure about the costs and profits of their business. One way importers can protect themselves against foreign exchange changes is by using Forward Exchange Contracts.
The following video has three examples of hedging strategies used by importer businesses as a means of managing foreign exchange risk.
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If the overseas bank is not the beneficiary's, it may take longer to on forward funds to the beneficiary's bank. There may be other circumstances outside of our control which may also cause additional delays. International funds transfers received on a National public holiday, NSW public holiday, or on a Saturday or Sunday will not be processed until the next business day. The value date of the transfer will also be changed to the next business day.
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