AI for Treasury and Finance
This article is written by HedgeFlows Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the board, and Treasury and Finance are no exceptions. With its ability to enhance decision-making, streamline processes, and unlock valuable insights, enterprise AI is quickly becoming an essential tool for industry leaders. HedgeFlows has recently hosted an expert panel discussion on AI […]
Trade war can hurt software & service businesses, too
This article is written by HedgeFlows Currency swings from global trade disputes can undercut service business profits – but often, the true impact is only noticed months down the line. While manufacturers may brace for tariffs and supply disruptions, service-based firms from SaaS startups to international consultancies are just as exposed to the shifting tides […]
The CFO’s Guide to Choosing FX Providers: Banks vs Brokers vs Fintechs
This article is written by HedgeFlows If you’re a CFO managing international payments through your bank, the amount you’re overpaying depends entirely on your size – banks charge SMEs 2-3% while giving large corporates 0.1% for the exact same service. Yet the same SME could get 0.4% from a fintech in minutes. Or you can start […]
Why Financial Services Remain Frustratingly Hard to Navigate: A 30-Year Perspective
This article is written by HedgeFlows After three decades of watching both corporate and personal financial services, I’m convinced the fundamental problems haven’t changed — they’ve just gotten more sophisticated at hiding behind better interfaces. Last month, I watched a seasoned CFO of a £50M revenue company spend hours trying to understand whether they should […]
Driving Blind: Managing Finances Through the Rear-View Mirror
This article is written by HedgeFlows Picture this: You’re driving down a busy highway, but instead of looking ahead at the road, you’re making all your steering decisions based solely on what you can see in your rear-view mirror. Sounds terrifying, right? Yet this is exactly how most small and medium enterprises (SMEs) manage their business […]
Hedging or Gambling: A 300-Year-Old Lesson for Modern FX Markets
This article is written by HedgeFlows “I’m not gambling, I’m hedging!” How many times have you heard this in the world of Foreign exchange? The confusion between hedging and speculation isn’t new—it nearly destroyed the insurance industry in the 1700s. The Modern Confusion Walk into any corporate treasury department today and you’ll likely hear heated […]
Measuring Currency Risks – What is Behind CFaR and its Cousins
This article is written by HedgeFlows Quantifying FX risk is one of the most challenging aspects of foreign exchange risk management. To determine whether managing currency risk is worthwhile, it’s essential to understand exactly what you’re protecting against. This knowledge is key to making informed decisions. While large multinational corporations often rely on concepts like […]
FX Uncertainty: Why Financial Planning & Treasury Must Work Hand-in-Hand
This article is written by HedgeFlows The ongoing macroeconomic and foreign exchange (FX) volatility presents a critical challenge for international businesses. Its impact on earnings predictability, liquidity, and solvency demands a proactive and strategic approach. While Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) teams focus on forecasting and scenario planning, CFOs or finance executives managing Treasury are […]
Tariffs & the Shifting Role of the U.S. Dollar
This article is written by HedgeFlows For decades, the U.S. dollar has reigned supreme as the world’s reserve currency, underpinning global trade, investment, and economic stability. This dominant position, often referred to as the “exorbitant privilege,” has enabled the U.S. to maintain cheaper borrowing costs, predictable exchange rates, and larger deficits without significant economic fallout. […]
AI for Treasury and Finance
This article is written by HedgeFlows Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the board, and Treasury and Finance are no exceptions. With its ability to enhance decision-making, streamline processes, and unlock valuable insights, enterprise AI is quickly becoming an essential tool for industry leaders. HedgeFlows has recently hosted an expert panel discussion on AI […]