FX markets: introduction
View AgendaKey reasons to attend:
- Establish a foundational understanding of FX markets
- Compare and analyse futures, forwards and swaps in FX markets
- Deep dive into the nuances of different currencies
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About the course
To liken foreign exchange to a machine would be an apt metaphor, both are a system of interdependent parts where everything is simultaneously changing. For professionals who are not working in the FX market daily, understanding this machine can be a bear of a task. This course aims to simplify the foundations of FX.
Participants will explore the integral characteristics of FX such as swaps, options, futures and more while making connections to other aspects of finance. Being that FX is one of the deepest liquidity markets, participants will identify the G10 and discuss the role of central banks and restricted currencies. This analysis will provide participants with the knowledge to begin navigating the FX market and aid in the comparison on means of execution, focusing on the pros and cons.
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- Early-bird rate: save up to $800 per person by booking in advance
- 3-for-2 rate: save over $3,000 by booking a group of three attendees
- Subscriber reward: save 30% off the standard rate if you are a Risk.net subscriber
- Season tickets: cost-effective option for groups of 10 or more. Learn more
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Learning objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of FX markets
- Utilise swaps to hedge existing investments
- Establish a robust governance framework
- Identify market participants and currency pairs
- Mitigate the risk of default for forwards
Who should attend
Relevant departments may include but are not limited to:
- Trading
- Asset managers
- Hedge funds
- Risk management
- Back office
- Corporate treasury
- Portfolio managers
- Investors
- Pension fund managers
- Compliance
- Regulation
Agenda
June 24–26, 2025
Live online. Timezones: Emea/Americas
Sessions:
- The foundations of foreign exchange markets
- An overview of currencies
- Regulatory environment and governance
- Forwards and futures
- Swaps
- Risk management in FX
Pre-reading materials
The Risk.net resources below have been selected to enhance your learning experience:
- Corporates eye complex FX hedges as carry costs mount
- FX automation key to post-T+1 success, say custodians
- Development banks team up for FX hedging push
- FX dealers face end-of-day trading stress from T+1 shift
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