The bank has moved $900 million across borders at lightning speed since tapping Ripple's blockchain solution. Its transaction services chief tells CT how, and details the limits of the system.
New renminbi rules will reduce the cost and risk of hedging, to the benefit of treasurers. China’s regulator is making the changes to slow the currency’s appreciation.
Higher onshore funding costs – as well as tighter credit conditions – continue to put pressure on Chinese corporates to raise debt outside the country.
As China's currency hits its highest levels since 2015, analysts say it’s not about to end there. That's already leading to steep foreign exchange losses for some Chinese exporters.
When it comes to the arcane and complex task of drawing up a contract people traditionally turn to a lawyer. Can technology really cut out the middle man?