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The forex clearing debate continues
Saima Farooqi asks how likely it is that fx swaps and forwards will be swept up in the OTC derivatives reforms.
Welcome to the New FX Week Website
A brief video from FX Week editor Saima Farooqi, outlining the benefits and functionality of the new home for the top international foreign exchange newsletter
Economics should drive change
The decision to include foreign exchange swaps and forwards in the US over-the-counter derivatives reform bills run counter to research conducted by central bank-backed foreign exchange committees.
Saxo Bank's reality check pays off
Saxo Bank topped the 12-month historical index rankings this week by keeping an eye on the disparity between market sentiment and the reality of market fundamentals.
Making local trading a focal point
This time last year, there was a lot of discussion about the winners and losers out of the financial crisis as it pertains to foreign exchange. Much of it came in to play - dealers with the strongest franchise fared the best overall, while regional…
Paradigm shift in forex means new risks
The changing paradigm of the foreign exchange markets might create a new set of pressure points for the industry that need to be addressed, warned delegates at the FX Week Asia congress in Singapore last Tuesday.