Summary
A resilient FX strategy starts with accurate forecasting, builds into a risk management framework, is executed with discipline, and reinforced through transparent reporting. Collaboration across teams transforms FX from a back-office task into a strategic enabler of growth.
Overview
Foreign exchange volatility is one of the most significant risks global businesses face. Without visibility into cash flows, treasurers cannot design an effective strategy. Without strategy, execution is fragmented. Without reporting, there is no accountability. This guide connects the four building blocks of FX strategy — forecasting, risk management, execution, and compliance — and shows how treasurers can safeguard profitability and provide strategic insight across the business.
What you’ll learn
Why accurate cash flow forecasting is the foundation of FX strategy
How to design an FX risk management approach aligned with company policy and risk appetite
Best practices for trade execution and system oversight that reduce cost and error
How to close the loop with hedge accounting, performance reporting, and regulatory compliance
The role of collaboration in elevating FX from operations to strategic partnership
Who it’s for
This guide is designed for:
Treasurers looking to strengthen forecasting, hedging, and reporting discipline
CFOs and Finance Leaders who need to understand FX risk in strategic decision-making
FP&A teams integrating FX impacts into planning and budgeting
Finance professionals in multinational organizations managing multi-currency operations
