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FX Risk Management

Overview

Initially, the starting point is Caspian Partners will demonstrate an immediate pricing benefit by ensuring you receive a sharper rate than simply trading with a bank. Caspian Partners leverages it’s trading volume to access multiple pools of deep liquidity from tier one banks and other financial intermediaries. We are truly independent and can simultaneously source and offer competitive rates to specific clients that meet the required criteria. Having limited overheads and combining this with significant FX flows allows us to consistently outperform banks and pass those savings on to institutional clients.

 

As opposed to simply quoting a rate, Caspian Partners enhances savings by helping clients make as informed decisions as possible around the timing and execution of trades. Because the service we provide is always bespoke, clients rest safe in the knowledge that their unique currency requirements are going to be satisfied to the highest level as Caspian Partners are recognized within our industry for our analytical capabilities. Your account directors role is to understand your FX profile, requirements and risk appetite to take this into account to monitor exchange rates and ensure that any movement of currency that you require, is being managed to an optimum level on an ongoing basis.

Hedging Flexibility

Our clients have access to full flexibility on our forward contracts which is beneficial for their cashflow forecasts. Caspian Partners forward contracts also offer full flexibility in terms of draw-downs and value dates of the contract, with the ability to roll contracts or settle early, without penalty. You are able to draw down as often and in any size increments as is required. If you also come to the value date of your contract and you do not need all of the currency or face any delays for any reason, we will cater for an extension of the contract to suit the new amended schedule/cash flow requirements. We take pride in our ability to help our clients develop robust and flexible hedging client strategies which are bespoke to our clients FX exposure.

Alternative Banking

The Challenge

A consistent trend in the market is the increasing complexity of fund structures, which poses challenges for traditional banks in processing, accepting, and monitoring these entities. In addition to this, there is a lack of speed in opening accounts for vanilla Special Purpose Vehicles and fund structures for a specific fund size. As a result, the process incurs unnecessary friction and time delays for both client onboarding and transaction processing. This can often lead to commercially unviable situations to arise due to the required speed of account opening needed by a GP’s and service providers to open bank accounts for SPV’s and underlying entities. Traditional banking institutions can be limited by outdated KYC processes and systems. In contrast, our multi-currency bank account solution has been designed to operate at a far quicker pace than those offered by banks, whilst upholding the strictest adn sufficient KYC requirements, thereby ensuring that our clients are not encumbered by the constraints of traditional banking timelines.

The Solution

Our solution has been created to cater to the alternative assets market, leveraging our in-depth knowledge of its complexities and implementing purpose-built technology to ensure clients can be onboarded with exceptional efficiency and precision. Caspian Partners has successfully implemented a solution that has enabled us to expedite the account opening process for global investment structures of GP’s and service providers. Caspian Partners can offer its clients multi-currency bank accounts with access to a vast range currencies which are opened typically within a week. These accounts have the same functionality as traditional bank accounts, and available in all jurisdictions outside of the US. Our solution has significantly reduced the time required for our clients to open foreign accounts for their underlying entities/SPV’s. In contrast to the months-long wait that was previously typical with traditional banking routes, our clients can now expect a streamlined process that typically takes less than a week to complete.

Reliability

For a variety of reasons, clients will often need bank accounts opened quickly, where the speed of account opening is paramount to the wider operations of their business/fund. Caspian Partners has built a strong reputation for consistently delivering our solutions on time in a highly controlled approach. Our clients take comfort in that we have built a solid reputation of always delivering our solutions on time which results in repeated business. Working with a reliable provider instills trust and confidence for our clients by consistently delivering accurate and timely solutions. In a competitive industry, reliability often sets us apart from our competitors and peers as it demonstrates our commitment to excellence and an unwavering dedication to serving our clients’ needs. The ability to rely on a provider’s expertise and proficiency provides clients with peace of mind, enabling them to make informed decisions and allocate this time to their core business objectives.

How it works.

Opening an account with Caspian Partners is free of charge and carries no obligation to trade

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Register For Free

It's free to register for an account and carries no commitment to trade.
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Speak to your dedicated dealer

Once you've completed the registration process for an account, a dedicated dealer will promptly reach out to introduce themselves. This initial interaction is a crucial step towards personalizing your experience. Your dealer is committed to understanding your specific currency requirements, including any particular goals or targets you have in mind. This comprehensive understanding allows us to tailor our services to meet your exact needs, ensuring that we provide you with the most effective currency exchange solutions. Through this personalized approach, we aim to build a strong foundation for a successful and beneficial partnership.
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Deal confirmation

Deals can be placed with your dedicated dealer via telephone, email or our online platform. Once a deal is placed, you will immediately receive a trade confirmation including all details of your trade including currency pairings, exchange rates achieved and the details of the beneficiary's account into which your funds will be paid.
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Transfer of Funds

Transfer the funds you wish to exchange to your client account at Caspian Partners from your chosen bank account. As soon as these funds arrive you will receive an email confirmation.
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Delivery of your exchanged currency

We transmit your exchanged funds to the bank account(s) of your choosing immediately and provide a confirmation of the completed settlement.
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Maintain contact

Your dedicated dealer will remain available to ensure any queries you have regarding the currency markets and your requirements are optimally managed.