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Moving, living or buying abroad

Whether you are buying a property overseas, moving abroad to study or work, or simply want to learn more about currency exchange the following articles offer some insight into these and other topics.

17th April 2020

Why Has The Euro Seen Such Volatility Since The Coronavirus Outbreak?

The euro was initially quite badly affected by the news surrounding the Coronavirus, as investors were concerned about the economic impact

By Jonathan Watson

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GBPEUR rate has hit 1.15 as sterling enjoys a strngthening in value due to the UK's coronavirus response.
1st December 2019

What factors are likely to impact currency markets in December?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in December, read on for upcoming events that may influence your currency transfer.

By Jonathan Watson

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What Is Meant by The Buying and Selling of Foreign Currency?
1st November 2019

What factors are likely to impact currency markets in November?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in November, read on for upcoming events that may influence your currency transfer.

By Jonathan Watson

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1st October 2019

What factors are likely to impact currency markets in October?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in October, read on for upcoming events that may influence your currency transfer.

By Jonathan Watson

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Mercosur agreement could fuel Euro-scepticism
1st September 2019

What factors are likely to impact currency markets in September?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in September, read on to learn about the factors currently impacting rates.

By Jonathan Watson

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Yesterday, sterling continued it trned upwards against the euro and US dollar reaching a high of 1.1518 and 1.2631 respectively.
1st August 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in August?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in August, read on to learn about the factors currently impacting rates.

By Jonathan Watson

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1st July 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in July?

Brexit, central bank interest rate cuts and the Conservative Leadership contest, some of the key upcoming events in July that may affect exchange rates. Read on for information impacting the pound, euro, US dollar and Australian dollar for our thoughts on when to transfer currency.

By Jonathan Watson

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1st June 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in June?

European elections, escalating trade wars and changes to central bank monetary policies, some of the key upcoming events in June that may affect exchange rates. Read on for information impacting the pound, euro, US dollar and Australian dollar for our thoughts on when to transfer currency.

By Jonathan Watson

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Outlook for The Pound to Thai Baht Exchange Rate in 2019
1st May 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in May?

If you are looking to buy foreign currency and would like to learn about when might be the best time to buy foreign currency in May, read on to learn about the factors affecting exchange rates.

By Jonathan Watson

  • Currency Forecasts
GBPEUR rate has hit 1.15 as sterling enjoys a strngthening in value due to the UK's coronavirus response.
1st April 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in April?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in April, read on to learn about the factors currently impacting rates.

By Jonathan Watson

  • Currency Forecasts
What Is Meant by The Buying and Selling of Foreign Currency?
1st March 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in March?

Brexit, Trade Wars and changes to central bank monetary policies, some of the key upcoming events in March that may affect exchange rates. Read on for information impacting the pound, euro, US dollar and Australian dollar for our thoughts on when to transfer currency.

By Jonathan Watson

  • Currency Forecasts
Sterling fell sharply against the ruro during yesterday’s trading, with the currency pair moving below 1.11 for the first time since the beginning of November.
1st February 2019

When’s the best time to buy foreign currency in February?

If you’re looking for the best time to buy foreign currency in February, we’ve taken into account the political and economic factors likely to impact your exchange. Read on for information impacting the pound, euro, US dollar and Australian dollar for our thoughts on when to transfer currency.  

By Jonathan Watson

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14th January 2019

When is the best time to buy foreign currency in 2019?

If you’re looking for the best time to buy foreign currency in 2019, we’ve taken into account the political and economic factors likely to impact your exchange as we go into the new year. Read on for information impacting the pound, euro, US dollar and Australian dollar for our thoughts on when to transfer currency. […]

By Jonathan Watson

  • Currency Forecasts
Yesterday, sterling continued it trned upwards against the euro and US dollar reaching a high of 1.1518 and 1.2631 respectively.
1st November 2018

Whens the best time to buy foreign currency in November?

If you are looking to buy foreign currency and would like to learn about when might be the best time to buy foreign currency in November, read on to learn about the factors affecting exchange rates.

By Jonathan Watson

  • Currency Forecasts
The past week has seen sterling continue to see lot of movement within tight ranges, mainly driven by the markets seeking clarity over Brexit developments.
1st October 2018

Whens the best time to buy foreign currency in October?

If you have an upcoming currency exchange to make and would like to know more about the best time to buy foreign currency in October, read on to learn about the factors currently impacting rates.

By Jonathan Watson

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