Entries by treasuryXL

Back to the old days: Currency jargon in forex trading

14-01-2020 | Marco Lassche | Nowadays the youth use apparently ‘stacks’ as a nickname for money. In forex we use already for a long time nicknames…   Recently I heard my son talking to one of his friends on the play station: “Hey bro, we need more stacks to go to the next level.” When […]

Why corporate treasury is the recruitment niche for me

| 13-1-2020 | by Pieter de Kiewit | My father was an engineer, he built roads and bridges around the world. One of his three kids following in his footsteps was a silent wish we knew about. Regretfully for him we all went in other directions, my sister and me at least landed engineering degrees. […]

Currency markets impacted by a number of factors as we open a new decade

| 9-1-2020 | treasuryXL | XE | The markets have been exposed to some real turmoil. In the wake of the tensions in the Middle East, we have seen a general decline of stocks and move toward typical risk on plays – treasuries are up overall, gold is trending higher and so is oil. Very […]

From a P&L to a Cash-driven organization in less than a year after implementing Cashforce

| 7-1-2020 | treasuryXL | Cashforce | For many multinational corporations, effectively managing their working capital across numerous regions can be a significant challenge. Additionally, optimizing cash streams in a complex data environment can be a time-consuming process. The same issue goes for Dawn Foods, a global B2B bakery ingredient supplier with multiple entities & finance […]

Exclusive interview with FX specialist Arnoud Doornbos about FX Risk Management

6-1-2020 | by Kendra Keydeniers | Arnoud Doornbos | Ilfa Group On January 23rd, 2020 Ilfa and Global Reach are organising a masterclass on foreign exchange risk management. FX experts Michael Jansen of Global Reach and Arnoud Doornbos of Ilfa will guide you through the design of a FX risk management program and demonstrate which […]

How to save time and money with International Payments

| 2-1-2020 | treasuryXL | XE | Do you often need to make global transactions? Deciding when to make an international payment and at what rate can be critical. You constantly need to check the markets for the best rates and hope for a great opportunity. But what if you don’t have time to sit […]

Digitalization enhances the strategic position of the treasurer

| 27-12-2019 | TIS | treasuryXL Discover how you can skillfully use digitalization to play a greater strategic role in your company. Digitalization is changing the business model of every company. In this factsheet, you will gain valuable expert insights on how you can use digitalization to enhance your strategic position. You will also learn why […]

My Currency Fundamentals for SMEs

| 24-12-2019 | by Pieter de Kiewit | My Very Practical Currency Fundamentals for SMEs In 2016 I informed you about my baby steps in dealing with foreign exchange exposure in a “baby steps article” on this platform. I was about to receive Euros from Switzerland and had to pay in GBP (British pounds) into […]

Possible Amendments to the Withdrawal Bill see Pound Fall Sharply

| 19-12-2019 | treasuryXL | XE | Boris Johnson will bring his Brexit bill before a new intake of MPs this week without some of concessions he made before the election. The Withdrawal Agreement Bill – the key legislation that will pave the way for the UK to leave the European Union on 31 January […]