Global Cash Management: the Challenges of Multicurrency Operations

Companies are becoming increasingly focused on managing foreign exchange risks, and are turning to platforms that allow over-the-counter FX trading and short-term money-market instruments.

While the principles and concepts of FX risk management remain constant, treasurers are operating in an environment which has changed dramatically. How can treasurers equip themselves for challenges in a new era for risk management?

The final session of the EACT Summit featured younger treasury professionals who are already making a major impact on their respective organisations in senior roles, and are amongst those who will shape the treasury function of the future.

A recent HSBC study revealed some interesting trends amongst technology, media and telecom (TMT) corporations that are relevant both for companies within the sector, but also a wider group of corporate participants who demonstrate similar characteristics in liquidity and investment management.

Working capital optimisation is a priority for companies of all sizes, but the motivation of these companies can differ quite significantly. This article looks at how key drivers differ for companies of different sizes.

Alex Ashby, Head of Risk at Tesco PLC, discusses his career to date and offers advice to treasurers just starting out in their own treasury career.