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Banks typically provide better exchange rates compared to airport kiosks or tourist areas. Understanding fees, spreads and rates helps you maximize your currency exchange value. Planning ahead ...

This paper presents some sound practices for foreign-currency risk management in developing countries and outlines instruments for managing sovereign debt portfolio currency exposures. Adoption of a ...

Investors would not be to blame for detesting the international sleeve of their portfolios over the past decade. Coming out of the global financial crisis in 2009, the U.S. equity market has easily ...

Currency exchange is a common necessity for travelers, international shoppers and anyone conducting business overseas. However, exchanging currency isn’t free. It usually involves an exchange rate and ...

How to avoid foreign transaction and bank fees, and where to get the best rate when you travel abroad. By Elaine Glusac Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips ...

You can do a lot better if you look beyond traditional currency booths near train stations and tourist hubs Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side Jason Cochran is a contributor to Buy Side and ...

When traveling abroad, savvy travelers shop around for the best deals on flights and accommodations. But mapping out an efficient plan to exchange currency can also lead to significant savings on your ...

The value of the U.S. dollar rose significantly from June 2014 to April 2015 compared with other foreign currencies. For U.S. companies with international operations, that could have resulted in ...

Using tools like forwards and options, currency-neutral funds hedge foreign-exchange risks. Investing in currency-neutral funds can protect against losses from unfavorable exchange-rate shifts.

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