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Take control of currency risk — on your terms

Whether you prefer hands-on control or expert guidance, Caxton gives you the tools to manage FX exposure with confidence. Open an account to access live FX rates, risk management tools, and specialist support designed to protect margins, improve certainty, and help you make informed currency decisions as markets move.

Open an account

Protecting your business from currency fluctuations is simpler than you think. Our experts will work with you to create a tailored risk management strategy aligned to your business goals.

Step 1

Work with an expert to define your goals

Partner with one of our qualified experts to define your short and long-term business goals. Understand how the currency market impacts your business.

Step 2

Review your future foreign currency exposure

Our experts will use forecasting technology to understand your projected foreign currency exposure, across 30+ currencies.

Step 3

Create a strategy that’s right for your business

Develop a plan with our experts, using a range of hedging solutions. From Spot, Market Orders to Forwards, we’ll find the right combination to help reduce currency costs, protect profit margins and, forecast with confidence.

Step 4

Execute and review your plan

Our experts will execute the agreed FX risk management strategy, providing updates and making adjustments, in line with market movements.

Our services

Account managed service

Powered by real-time data analysis from our insights team, your account manager offers unparalleled insights to help you make informed decisions and optimise international transactions, while monitoring the rates for you. Say goodbye to costly surprises and hello to strategic currency risk management that empowers you to confidently navigate global markets with your own tailored approach.

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Platform-only service

Our user-friendly platform allows for confident currency management. Set your own target rates and make international transactions with ease. Experience transparent, customisable currency purchases backed by cutting-edge technology and real-time market data. Ideal for investors and global businesses, our platform ensures precision in managing currency risk

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Keeping your money safe

We go beyond industry standards to ensure your assets are protected at all times. From safeguarding your funds with leading banks, to two-factor authentication and a dedicated anti-fraud team, our compliance framework ensures our commitment to security and trust for all of our clients.

 
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Caxton vs Traditional Banks and FX Providers

Traditional banks and standalone FX providers often force businesses to choose between high costs, slow processing, or limited visibility. Caxton combines international payments and foreign exchange into a single platform designed for operational efficiency, transparency and control.

Features

Multi-currency account
FX pricing transparency
International payment speed
Local account details
Payment tracking & visibility
Operational complexity
Accounting integration
Scalability
Regulation & security
Best for
FCA Regulated

Banks

Limited or requires separate accounts
Low – wide, hidden margins
Slow (often 2–5 business days)
Rare or complex to set up
Limited
High – multiple systems and approvals
Manual or limited
Not flexible for growing FX needs
Regulated banks
Domestic-first businesses
Yes

FX Providers

Often FX-only, limited account functionality
Competitive but varies by provider
Faster than banks in some corridors
Limited availability
Partial
Medium – often FX and payments are separate
Varies by provider
Suited mainly to FX transactions
Regulated but FX-focused
Businesses focused on last minute rates
Sometimes

Caxton

Yes – hold, send and receive multiple currencies in one account
Competitive, transparent FX rates
Optimised routes, typically 1–3 business days
Available in key currencies for easier inbound payments
Real-time balances, transactions and FX visibility
Low – FX and payments in one platform
Integrates with leading accounting platforms
Supports occasional to high-volume FX activity
FCA-regulated payments institution
Businesses needing control, clarity and efficiency across FX and payments
Yes

Banks

Multi-currency account - Limited or requires separate accounts
FX pricing transparency - Low – wide, hidden margins
International payment speed - Slow (often 2–5 business days)
Local account details - Rare or complex to set up
Payment tracking & visibility - Limited
Operational complexity - High – multiple systems and approvals
Accounting integration - Manual or limited
Scalability - Not flexible for growing FX needs
Regulation & security - Regulated banks
Best for - Domestic-first businesses
FCA Regulated - Yes

FX Providers

Multi-currency account - Often FX-only, limited account functionality
FX pricing transparency - Competitive but varies by provider
International payment speed - Faster than banks in some corridors
Local account details - Limited availability
Payment tracking & visibility - Partial
Operational complexity - Medium – often FX and payments are separate
Accounting integration - Varies by provider
Scalability - Suited mainly to FX transactions
Regulation & security - Regulated but FX-focused
Best for - Businesses focused on last minute rates
FCA Regulated - Sometimes

Caxton

Multi-currency account - Yes – hold, send and receive multiple currencies in one account
FX pricing transparency - Competitive, transparent FX rates
International payment speed - Optimised routes, typically 1–3 business days
Local account details - Available in key currencies for easier inbound payments
Payment tracking & visibility - Real-time balances, transactions and FX visibility
Operational complexity - Low – FX and payments in one platform
Accounting integration - Integrates with leading accounting platforms
Scalability - Supports occasional to high-volume FX activity
Regulation & security - FCA-regulated payments institution
Best for - Businesses needing control, clarity and efficiency across FX and payments
FCA Regulated - Yes

Currency Risk Management FAQs

What is currency risk management?

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Currency risk management is the process of reducing the impact of foreign exchange rate movements on your business. It involves identifying exposure to currency volatility and using tools such as hedging strategies to protect margins, cash flow and forecast accuracy.

Who should use currency risk management?

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Any business that buys, sells, pays or gets paid in foreign currencies can benefit from currency risk management. This includes importers, exporters, international service providers, and companies with overseas suppliers, customers or operations.

What tools are used to manage FX risk?

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Common FX risk management tools include spot trades, forward contracts, and market orders. These allow businesses to lock in exchange rates, manage timing risk, or respond to market movements in line with their commercial strategy.

Do I need expert support to manage currency risk?

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Not necessarily. Caxton offers both a platform-only service for businesses confident managing their own FX exposure, and an account-managed service where specialists provide insights and support for more complex risk management needs.

Where can I send money with Caxton Business?

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Globally granted we can trade with the country where the funds are being remitted.

What do I need to send money with Caxton Business?

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You need to hold an account with us. 

How can I make an international business payment?

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Through an account manager or online, trading limits determine this function.

How do international payments work?

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An exchange rate is agreed, settlement of the trade is required before the trade is required before the converted funds are released onwards.