Opinion/Risk Management

Using currency as an alpha source

The past three years have been disturbing for investors and managers. This investment climate is perfect for engaging in currency strategies to create alpha, say Paul Lambert, head of currency, and Mark Pursey, UK spokesperson at Deutsche Bank Asset…

Cashflow considerations in currency overlay

Active currency overlay can reduce the risk of adverse cashflow arising from a strategic hedge, say Andrew Davies, director of capital market research, and Damhnait Ni Chinneide, portfolio manager at Lee Overlay Partners in Dublin

Forward hedge overlay for euro

A Middle Eastern importer could change its risk profile by overlaying its forward hedges, says Charlie Brown, head of structuring and solutions at Standard Chartered in London. By pairing euro puts at lower levels with euro calls, the importer can assure…

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