FX

EPFR and Exante Data Partner to Launch FX Flow Pulse

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
FX, Fox, Magazines, Periodicals, Publications

BOSTON, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- EPFR , a subsidiary of Informa plc (LSE: INF) and global industry leader in providing fund flows and allocation data to financial institutions, today announced the launch of FX Flow Pulse with partner Exante .

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- EPFR , a subsidiary of Informa plc (LSE: INF) and global industry leader in providing fund flows and allocation data to financial institutions, today announced the launch of FX Flow Pulse with partner Exante .
  • FX Flow Pulse includes FX indices, bi-monthly analysis and analytics on what's driving currency markets, along with any directional implications by leveraging EPFR's data and Exante's interpretive capabilities.
  • "FX Flow Pulse seamlessly unites the best raw data with EPFR, and Exante's proprietary analysis to deliver customers a solution that addresses their FX challenges."
  • FX Flow Pulse users obtain multiple monthly updates on the FX Positioning Index, a monthly holistic flow view and a thematic flow analysis.

DeskTrading Expands XDesk Platform, Introducing FX Model Portfolios to Meet Market Demand

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Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Economy, Financial markets, Finance, Money, FX, Market liquidity, Foreign exchange companies, Financial software, Foreign exchange market

An innovative and momentous product, built upon the XDesk platform for the retail segment of the FX market, has been announced today by DeskTrading.

Key Points: 
  • An innovative and momentous product, built upon the XDesk platform for the retail segment of the FX market, has been announced today by DeskTrading.
  • As part of the transition to a modern-day technology platform, DeskTrading launches Smart Portfolios technology, providing clients access to bank and non-bank liquidity providers through a highly scalable, multi-asset, secure, and configurable model-based SMA architecture.
  • DeskTrading is a leader in the FX SMA technology solutions, and has recently launched its XDesk SMA platform designed for the retail trading industry to provide the only truly personalized account management service in the FX space.
  • DeskTrading says Smart Portfolios will become available on February 3, 2020 as part of the XDesk platform.

CRU: 2020 Macro Themes

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Thursday, January 9, 2020
Economy, Countries, Forms of government, FYP, Investment, Five-Year Plans of India, FX, Cru, China, Rebalancing investments

LONDON, Jan. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CRU has drawn on conversations between our market experts and people from all parts of commodity market value chainsfrom miner to end-use consumerand we have identified three themes that will be especially important in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Jan. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CRU has drawn on conversations between our market experts and people from all parts of commodity market value chainsfrom miner to end-use consumerand we have identified three themes that will be especially important in 2020.
  • The three themes which will run through CRU analysis this year: China's economic rebalancing, FX currency movements, and Environmental and Social Governance.
  • 2020 is a critical year, marking the end of one Five Year Plan and the start of another.
  • 2020 is a critical year for China as it marks the end of the 13th Five Year Plan (FYP) and the start of the 14th FYP.

CRU: 2020 Macro Themes

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Thursday, January 9, 2020
Economy, Countries, Forms of government, FYP, Investment, Five-Year Plans of India, FX, Cru, China, Rebalancing investments

LONDON, Jan. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CRU has drawn on conversations between our market experts and people from all parts of commodity market value chainsfrom miner to end-use consumerand we have identified three themes that will be especially important in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Jan. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CRU has drawn on conversations between our market experts and people from all parts of commodity market value chainsfrom miner to end-use consumerand we have identified three themes that will be especially important in 2020.
  • The three themes which will run through CRU analysis this year: China's economic rebalancing, FX currency movements, and Environmental and Social Governance.
  • 2020 is a critical year, marking the end of one Five Year Plan and the start of another.
  • 2020 is a critical year for China as it marks the end of the 13th Five Year Plan (FYP) and the start of the 14th FYP.

Dealer-FX Founder Gary Kalk To Become Executive Chairman; Bill Lucchini Appointed New CEO

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Tuesday, January 7, 2020
HGGC, Lucchini, FX, Television

Bill Lucchini was named CEO after having served as COO for the past six months.

Key Points: 
  • Bill Lucchini was named CEO after having served as COO for the past six months.
  • "As a business founder and entrepreneur, your role is always evolving, and becoming Chairman is just the latest step on this journey," said Kalk.
  • "I am excited and honored to be a part of the Dealer-FX team," said Lucchini.
  • With the continued support of Gary and HGGC, we are poised to broaden that impact, accelerate growth and increase profitability."

Thomas FX™ Announces International Brand and Patent Licensing Opportunity

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Monday, November 25, 2019
FX, Television, Broadcasting

Now qualified businesses can operate under the globally recognized Thomas FX brand, increasing their industry credibility, driving sales and spreading brand awareness.

Key Points: 
  • Now qualified businesses can operate under the globally recognized Thomas FX brand, increasing their industry credibility, driving sales and spreading brand awareness.
  • With an international dealer network serving customers in 78 countries, this licensing opportunity allows more people to benefit from the industry trust built in the Thomas FX brand during the past 51 years, giving less established businesses greater credibility and exposure to a global network of like-minded industry professionals.
  • Thomas FX was featured in a recent Vancouver Sun post for their environmental efforts: https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/hollywood-north-faces-huge-envi...
    "With our new licensing program, the film industry can collectively come together to create special effects art while making a positive impact on our environment by reducing unnecessary waste," says John Quee, CEO of Thomas FX Group.
  • For more information on Thomas FX Group and their products, please visit www.thomasfx.com .

Citi Wins Multiple FX Week Best Bank Awards

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Banking, Professional services, Finance, Economy of New York City, Companies, Citigroup, Midtown Manhattan, Subprime mortgage crisis, FX, Magazines

Citi has won awards in eight different categories at the annual FX Weeks Best Bank awards, which were presented on November 20 in London following the FX Week Europe conference.

Key Points: 
  • Citi has won awards in eight different categories at the annual FX Weeks Best Bank awards, which were presented on November 20 in London following the FX Week Europe conference.
  • As the benchmark for performance in the global FX industry, the FX Week Best Banks Awards are the most accurate indicator of who is leading the market, according to banks, corporate treasuries and investors.
  • Citi was voted Best Bank in the following categories:
    Citi has a long standing and successful FX franchise, and this industry recognition is representative of the successful execution of our strategy to constantly innovate and we strive to ensure that our offerings always remain at the cutting edge of the market, said Itay Tuchman, Global Head of FX.
  • Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions.

Wallex Technologies -- as business soars above annualised GTV of US$1 billion with rapid monthly growth, Wallex Technologies expands its management team

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Thursday, November 7, 2019
Financial services, Finance, Bank, Banking, Economic history of Italy, Companies, Citigroup, FX

Wallex's B2B-focused, FX and cross-border payments business, continues to grow at a rapid rate with more than 20% month on month growth.

Key Points: 
  • Wallex's B2B-focused, FX and cross-border payments business, continues to grow at a rapid rate with more than 20% month on month growth.
  • This forms an ideal base to grow our B2B-focused, FX and cross-border payments business.
  • Before joining Wallex, Christopher had a 15 year career at Citibank where he was Regional Head of AML for their consumer/SME business.
  • Combined with 3 years at the Commercial Affairs Department, Christopher provides Wallex with specialised experience in AML and Compliance risk management.

Wallex Technologies -- as business soars above annualised GTV of US$1 billion with rapid monthly growth, Wallex Technologies expands its management team

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Financial services, Finance, Bank, Banking, Economic history of Italy, Companies, Citigroup, FX

Wallex's B2B-focused, FX and cross-border payments business, continues to grow at a rapid rate with more than 20% month on month growth.

Key Points: 
  • Wallex's B2B-focused, FX and cross-border payments business, continues to grow at a rapid rate with more than 20% month on month growth.
  • This forms an ideal base to grow our B2B-focused, FX and cross-border payments business.
  • Before joining Wallex, Christopher had a 15 year career at Citibank where he was Regional Head of AML for their consumer/SME business.
  • Combined with 3 years at the Commercial Affairs Department, Christopher provides Wallex with specialised experience in AML and Compliance risk management.

Dealer-FX Names George Kypreos Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, October 21, 2019
Dealer, FX, Television

TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dealer-FX, the leader in digital transformation and customer experience management for automotive retailers and OEMs, announced today the appointment of George Kypreos as Chief Financial Officer.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dealer-FX, the leader in digital transformation and customer experience management for automotive retailers and OEMs, announced today the appointment of George Kypreos as Chief Financial Officer.
  • George comes to Dealer-FX with over 30 years of senior business and financial experience, in fast-paced, high-growth and innovative organizations.
  • "The Dealer-FX Team is excited to bring George on board as he brings a wealth of experience to the organization," said Gary Kalk, President and CEO, Dealer-FX.
  • George joins other recently-appointed leadership team members at Dealer-FX, to further strengthen the organization, drive product innovation and scale business operations for growth.