The Do’s and Don’ts of Payment Runs
This article is written by HedgeFlows Managing accounts payable is a critical component of financial operations for businesses. Efficiently handling numerous invoices and payments can be a daunting task, but with the right process it becomes streamlined and automated. This article delves into the world of payment runs, shedding light on its benefits, best practices, and potential pitfalls…
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FX Gains and Losses and Balance Sheet Hedging
This article is written by HedgeFlows Most businesses that trade internationally have FX gains and losses in their accounting systems and, if they are material enough, in their statutory reports. Their accountants often shy away from explaining these numbers to them. Even fewer would dare to guide their clients on minimising such losses. Yet, the…
Top 5 Mistakes Businesses Make With International Transfers
This article is written by HedgeFlows International money transfers are a critical component of global business operations. However, the complexities of cross-border payments often trip up even the most experienced financial managers. Here are the top five mistakes businesses make with international transfers, along with essential tips to avoid them and ensure your money reaches…
The Allure and Pitfalls of Natural Hedging
This article was written by HedgeFlows As finance managers, directors and business owners tap-dance their way around the whims of the international currency market, the term ‘natural hedging’ serenades as a harmonious solution for currency management. It’s appealing, it’s suave, and it puts up a dazzling front of cost-savings—yet, as we slip behind the curtains,…
REAL-TIME RECONCILIATIONS: THE CORNERSTONE OF FINANCIAL GROWTH AND SECURITY
This article was written by HedgeFlows In the often labyrinthine world of finance and accounting, real-time reconciliations may seem like another industry buzzword. Clumsily thrown around by those keen on the latest bells and whistles for their balance sheets. However, beneath the jargon lies an indispensable foundation for organisations aspiring to safe, agile, and robust…
FX Hedging is not Gambling
This article was written by HedgeFlows Many finance professionals in small corporations find dealing with foreign currencies quite challenging. Surprisingly, only 4% of UK SME exporters hedge their currency risks, while some businesses still consider FX forwards to be a form of gambling. This raises a question: why do most major corporations adopt FX hedging…