Foreign Currency Stocks and Currency Risk

Foreign currency actions and currency risk (1/4)

This post is part 1 of 4 in the series Foreign Currency Stocks and Currency Risk

Myths surrounding foreign currency investing can lead to costly mistakes, especially in an environment where traditional economic fundamentals no longer dictate prices. Learn about the current realities of the foreign exchange market and how to avoid common pitfalls, particularly when it comes to the Swiss franc and its safe haven status.

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Foreign currency actions and currency risk (2/4)

This post is part 2 of 4 in the series Foreign Currency Stocks and Currency Risk

In this article, we explore the precautions to take when investing in foreign markets, particularly regarding the risks associated with currency fluctuations. We analyze different strategies for securing international investments, including the approach of securities in local currency, while highlighting the limitations of this method in our globalized economy.

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Foreign currency actions and currency risk (3/4)

This post is part 3 of 4 in the series Foreign Currency Stocks and Currency Risk

To protect against currency fluctuations, the foreign exchange market (Forex) offers an effective solution but requires in-depth mastery and involves risks related to leverage. This strategy allows you to take positions that are the opposite of those of the foreign assets held, but requires great caution because too much leverage can lead to significant losses, even if Forex is less volatile than the stock market.

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Foreign currency actions and currency risk (4/4)

This post is part 4 of 4 in the series Foreign Currency Stocks and Currency Risk

In this article, we explore an additional strategy to protect against currency risk beyond forex and local currency diversification. Learn how to effectively use the correlation between securities and currency movements to optimize your investment portfolio and minimize your exposure to currency fluctuations.

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