Currencies Unplugged

Where we shed light on key concepts relating to the currency market.

Please submit a question on topics you would like us to discuss or concepts you would like to understand.

2010

What is the carry trade?

June 17, 2010

Currencies Unplugged
Merk Mutual Funds sheds light on key concepts relating to the currency market.

What is the difference between forward currency contracts and futures?

Apr 27, 2010

What is the notional value of a forward currency contract?

Apr 15, 2010

How can you invest in non-convertible currencies?

Mar 2, 2010

Can any currency be converted into any other currency?

Feb 2, 2010

How are currencies quoted?

Jan 19, 2010

2009

What are forward points?

Dec 2, 2009

What is the counterparty risk on a forward currency contract?

Nov 18, 2009

What is a forward currency contract?

Nov 5, 2009

What is a spot currency contract?

Nov 5, 2009

What does it mean to short a currency?

Oct 1, 2009

What does it mean to buy a currency?

Oct 1, 2009

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