Global Economic Overview – January 2024
Read Investec’s monthly Global Economic Overview for our latest forecasts for the global economy – including GDP growth, interest rates and FX.
Global Economic Overview
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At Investec, we aim to build true partnerships with our clients. We combine the deep expertise of an FX specialist alongside the breadth of products and capabilities of a global bank.
Foreign exchange doesn’t have to be a complicated world. Our team of dedicated dealers are committed to understanding your business and our highly commended digital platform, Investec ix, will make it easier and quicker to manage your FX activity.
At Investec, we aim to build true partnerships with our clients. We combine the deep expertise of an FX specialist alongside the breadth of products and capabilities of a global bank.
Foreign exchange doesn’t have to be a complicated world. Our team of dedicated dealers are committed to understanding your business and our highly commended digital platform, Investec ix, will make it easier and quicker to manage your FX activity.
Experience seamless end-to-end currency management
Understand your exposure
We appreciate that FX is critical to the success of your business. Our unique risk modelling and analytics allow us to view your overall exposure with clarity, proactively spotting risks and opportunities. No blind spots, better decisions.
- Jargon-free market intelligence that is relevant to you and easy to act on.
- Complete oversight of your FX position 24-hours a day through Investec ix FX Analytics.
Stay in control of your risk
You know your business, but we know that currency markets can present uncertainty at times. We put you in the driving seat with easy access to the people and digital tools that will make a difference, all working together the way you need.
- Your dedicated FX dealer will be your unique point of contact and act as your eyes and ears in the market.
- Our digital platform, Investec ix, makes managing your risk simple, whether you’re executing a one-off transaction or implementing a systematic hedging programme.
Access a full suite of banking expertise
We offer our clients something unique: the deep expertise of an FX specialist alongside the breadth of products and capabilities of a global bank.
- Our borrowing, advisory, private bank, and wealth management teams are only a phone call away.
- You will benefit from direct access to a team of leading economists and industry-leading insights.
Investec ix: Our innovative digital platform
Smart tech, smarter decisions
Investec ix is designed to perfectly complement your relationship with your dedicated FX dealer. We’ve used the latest technology to develop an intuitive, easy-to-use platform that puts you in control of your risk management strategy and execution.
FX analytics
Use innovative analytic tools to better understand your market risk.
Online trading
FX execution at your fingertips for times when you just require a straightforward conversion.
Dynamic hedging
Reduce the operational burden of implementing a systematic FX hedging program.
International payments
Make global payments seamlessly, whenever you need to.
Team access management
Keep your finances in the right hands by managing and monitoring each team member’s access.
It all starts with a conversation
Speak to a member of the team today and see how Investec can help you and your business
Steve Eccles,
Founder, Vintage Spain
Investec got to know our business extremely quickly, understanding the heartbeat of the operation and making us feel like we were the only client.
Let's start a conversation
If you'd like to hear how we can help you and your business, or see a demo of Investec ix, talk to the team.
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Financial Services Compensation Scheme
Your eligible deposits are protected under the UK’s Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).