FOREIGN EXCHANGE AND RISK

MANAGEMENT 13-16 EMERGING MARKET

GLOBAL TRENDS

BBA 4 YEARS
8TH SEMESTER

HAILEY COLLEGE OF BANKING AND

FINANCE,
UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB LAHORE

SLIDES PREPARED BY: DR JAMIL AHMAD KHAN AIBP,

ASSOCIATE OF CHARTER BANKER UK

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1-What are macroeconomic trends on currency
markets?

 Macroeconomic trends play a significant

role in shaping currency markets, as they
influence the supply and demand
dynamics of currencies. Some key
macroeconomic trends that can impact
currency markets include:
1. Interest Rates: Central bank’s monetary
policies, particularly changes in interest

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rates, have a significant impact on currency
markets. Higher interest rates tend to attract
foreign investment, increasing demand for
the currency and potentially strengthening
its value. Conversely, lower interest rates
can lead to capital outflows and currency
depreciation.

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2-Economic Growth:
The pace of economic growth in a country
can influence its currency's strength or
weakness. Strong economic growth
typically leads to increased investor
confidence and capital inflows, supporting
the currency's value. Conversely, sluggish
economic growth or recession may lead to
capital flight and currency depreciation.

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 Inflation:
 Inflationary pressures can impact currency
markets by affecting purchasing power
and investor sentiment. Central banks
often adjust interest rates to control
inflation, and currencies of countries with
lower inflation rates may strengthen
relative to those with higher inflation rates.

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Trade Balances:
Trade balances, or the difference between a
country's exports and imports, can affect
currency values. Countries with trade
surpluses (exports exceed imports) typically
have stronger currencies due to increased
demand for their exports, while countries
with trade deficits may experience currency
depreciation

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 Political Stability and Geopolitical
Events:
 Political stability and geopolitical events

can have a significant impact on currency

markets by affecting investor confidence
and risk appetite. Political turmoil,
elections, trade disputes, and geopolitical
tensions can lead to currency volatility and
uncertainty.

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 Monetary Policy Divergence:
Differences in monetary policies among
major central banks, such as the Federal
Reserve, European Central Bank, Bank of
Japan, and others, can lead to currency
movements. Divergence in interest rate
policies can result in currency appreciation
for countries with tighter monetary policies
compared to those with looser policies.

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 Commodity Prices:
 Currencies of countries heavily reliant on

commodity exports, such as oil, gold, or

agricultural products, can be influenced by
changes in commodity prices. Higher
commodity prices can strengthen
commodity-exporting countries'
currencies, while lower prices may lead to
currency depreciation.

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8. Global Economic Trends: Currency
markets are influenced by broader global
economic trends, including shifts in
investor sentiment, changes in risk
appetite, and developments in major
economies such as the United States,
China, and the Eurozone.
 Understanding and analyzing these
macroeconomic trends is essential for
forex traders and investors to make

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 informed decisions and navigate currency
markets effectively. Economic indicators,
 central bank announcements, geopolitical

developments, and global economic data

releases are closely monitored to assess
their impact on currency markets.

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2-Emerging global trends and
development in foreign exchange
trading and risk management on
account of technological advancement
 Technologicaladvancements continue to
drive significant changes in foreign
exchange trading and risk management.
Here are some emerging global trends
and developments in these areas:

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 Algorithmic Trading and High-
Frequency Trading (HFT):
 Algorithmic trading, which involves the use

of computer algorithms to execute trading

strategies, and HFT, which uses
algorithms to execute a large number of
trades at high speeds, have become
prevalent in foreign exchange markets.
These technologies enhance trading
efficiency, reduce latency, and increase
liquidity but also raise concerns about
market stability and fairness.
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 ArtificialIntelligence (AI) and Machine
Learning:
 AI and machine learning techniques are

being increasingly applied in foreign

exchange trading and risk management.
These technologies enable traders and
risk managers to analyze vast amounts of
data, identify patterns, and make more
informed trading and risk management
decisions. AI-powered algorithms can also
automate trading strategies and optimize
risk management processes
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 Big Data Analytics:
 The proliferation of big data analytics tools

allows market participants to analyze large

datasets, including market data,
transaction data, and news sentiment
data, to gain insights into market trends,
trading opportunities, and risk exposures.
Big data analytics also play a crucial role
in algorithmic trading, risk modeling, and
compliance monitoring.

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 Blockchain Technology:
 Blockchain technology, best known for its

application in cryptocurrencies, is
increasingly being explored for its potential
to revolutionize foreign exchange trading
and settlement processes. Blockchain-
based solutions offer benefits such as
enhanced transparency, security, and
efficiency in trade execution, settlement,
and post-trade processing.

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 Cloud Computing:
 Cloud computing technologies provide

flexible, scalable, and cost-effective

infrastructure for foreign exchange trading
and risk management activities. Cloud-
based trading platforms and risk
management systems enable real-time
access to market data, trade execution,
and risk analytics from anywhere in the
world.

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 Application Programming Interfaces
(APIs):
 APIs facilitate seamless integration and

connectivity between different trading

systems, platforms, and data sources. FX
trading platforms, liquidity providers, risk
management systems, and third-party
applications can interact via APIs,
enabling efficient trade execution, risk
monitoring, and reporting.

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 Quantitative and Quantamental
Approaches:
 Quantitative and quantamental
(combination of quantitative and
fundamental) trading strategies are
gaining popularity in foreign exchange
markets. These approaches leverage
quantitative models, statistical analysis,
and machine learning techniques to
generate alpha, manage risk, and optimize
portfolio performance.

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8. Cyber security and Data Privacy:
With the increasing reliance on technology,
cybersecurity and data privacy have
become paramount concerns for foreign
exchange market participants. Firms are
investing in robust cybersecurity measures,
encryption technologies, and compliance
with data protection regulations to
safeguard sensitive information and
mitigate cyber threats.

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 These emerging global trends and
developments in foreign exchange trading
and risk management are driven by
technological innovation and are
reshaping the way currency markets
operate. Market participants need to adapt
to these changes by embracing
technology, investing in relevant skills and
infrastructure,

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 and staying abreast of technological
advancements to remain competitive in
the evolving landscape of forex trading
and risk management.

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3-Emerging global trends and
development in foreign exchange
trading and risk management- Impacts
of geopolitical events
 Emerging global trends and developments in
foreign exchange trading and risk
management are continuously evolving in
response to technological advancements,
regulatory changes, market dynamics, and
geopolitical events. Here are some emerging
trends and their impacts, including the
effects of geopolitical events:

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 Digital Transformation: The adoption
of digital technologies, including
algorithmic trading, artificial
intelligence, and blockchain, is
transforming foreign exchange
trading and risk management. These
technologies enhance efficiency,
reduce costs, and improve decision-
making processes in forex trading and
risk management.

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 Increased Market Participation:
Foreign exchange markets are
witnessing increased participation
from various types of market
participants, including retail traders,
institutional investors, algorithmic
traders, and high-frequency trading
firms. This diversification of market
participants contributes to greater
market liquidity but also increases
competition and volatility.

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 Regulatory Changes: Regulatory
reforms aimed at enhancing
transparency, reducing systemic risk,
and protecting investors are shaping
the landscape of foreign exchange
trading and risk management.
Regulatory changes such as the
implementation of MiFID II in Europe
and the Dodd-Frank Act in the United
States have introduced stricter
reporting requirements, transparency
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 Rise of Electronic Trading Platforms:
Electronic trading platforms, such as
multi-bank platforms, single-dealer
platforms, and retail forex brokers,
continue to gain prominence in the
foreign exchange market. These
platforms provide real-time access to
liquidity, facilitate trade execution,
and offer advanced risk management
tools to market participants.

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 Increased Focus on Risk Management:
In light of market uncertainties and
regulatory scrutiny, risk management
practices are becoming increasingly
important for forex market
participants. Firms are investing in
sophisticated risk management
systems and tools to identify, assess,
and mitigate various types of risks,
including market risk, credit risk,
operational risk, and compliance risk.

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 Geopolitical Events and Market
Volatility: Geopolitical events, such as
elections, trade tensions, geopolitical
conflicts, and geopolitical uncertainty,
have a significant impact on foreign
exchange markets. These events can
lead to increased market volatility,
currency fluctuations, and shifts in
investor sentiment as market
participants react to changing
geopolitical dynamics.

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 Growing Importance of ESG Factors:
Environmental, social, and governance
(ESG) considerations are gaining
traction in foreign exchange trading
and risk management. Investors are
increasingly integrating ESG factors
into their investment decisions,
leading to greater scrutiny of ESG risks
and opportunities in currency
markets.

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 Expansion of Emerging Market
Currencies: Emerging market
currencies are gaining prominence in
global forex trading, driven by
economic growth, increased trade
flows, and growing investor interest.
The expansion of emerging market
currencies presents new opportunities
and challenges for forex traders and
risk managers, including currency
volatility and regulatory complexities.

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 Overall,emerging global trends and
developments in foreign exchange
trading and risk management are
reshaping the way currency markets
operate and are influenced by a wide
range of factors, including
technological innovation, regulatory
changes, market dynamics, and
geopolitical events.

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 Keeping abreast of these trends and
their impacts is crucial for market
participants to navigate the evolving
landscape of forex trading and risk
management effectively.

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