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Bankers question definition of 'prop trading' at Senate Volcker rule hearing

WASHINGTON, DC – Senior bankers and academics have questioned the feasibility of new rules to prohibit US bank holding companies from engaging in proprietary trading, pointing to the difficulty of defining...

FX Week | 05 Feb 2010 | Image

A response to Obama's reform plan

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Details are being eagerly awaited for US President Barack Obama's banking reform plans announced last week – chiefly, what they mean for the new prop...

FX Week | 25 Jan 2010 | Image

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FX Week Best Bank Awards

FX Week Best Bank Awards

The FX Week Best Banks Awards 2009 were presented on Tuesday 17th November in London. The evening was a huge success and we hope those of you that attended had a thoroughly enjoyable time. View this years winners! 

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Corporates

The hedge costs explosion

High volatility in foreign exchange markets over the past year has forced many corporates to reassess their hedge books. A number of banks have increased their advisory services to help companies conduct...

FX Week | 03 Feb 2010 | Image
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Foreign Exchange

Commerzbank loses two in sales

Senior departures from Commerzbank continue

FX Week | 08 Feb 2010 | Image
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Foreign Exchange

Bank of Thailand's new FX stance points to baht rise

Thailand's central bank makes it easier for local firms to hedge currency risk

FX Week | 08 Feb 2010 | Image
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The return of high frequency traders

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