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Market Orders
A market order is usually done immediately but you can give additional instructions, such as a limit order or stop loss order. This means that it will be completed at some point in the future, dependent on market movements. Requesting a rate is no guarantee that the rate will be hit, but if it is hit, we guarantee execution.
Why Use Market Orders:
If your business does not need to make international payments immediately, but will likely have to at some point in the medium to long term, then market orders can be an extremely useful part of your currency risk management toolkit. Our team is on hand to discuss your specific requirements, talk you through the relevant options, and help you determine which type of market order is the correct one for you. We offer two types:
Limit Order – A limit order enables you to set a specific rate of exchange that is above current market levels. Once this rate is reached, you will automatically purchase your currency.
Stop Loss Order – A stop loss order works in a similar fashion to a limit order, but instead of specifying the target rate at which you want to purchase currency, you specify the minimum exchange rate at which you would be willing to trade.
Case Study
Pure and simple
Learn how a pharmaceuticals manufacturer used market orders to achieve a better blended rate.
Managing currency exposures is key in volatile markets. Our team were able to implement a range of risk management strategies to mitigate this company’s exposures.
Achieving budgeted rates
We put strategies in place that helped equal or outperform the budgeted level
De-leveraging
Market orders helped the business move away from its “all or nothing” approach
Building trust
The relationship we established is built on trust on both sides
What makes us different
SmartHedge PRO
SmartHedge PRO is our currency management platform that makes tracking exposures simpler than ever. Developed and tested to address pressing challenges UK companies face, SmartHedge PRO offers automated solutions that allow business to spend less time pouring over spreadsheets and more time making the decisions that matter.
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Trading with us is simple
Follow our streamlined steps to navigate currency markets effortlessly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a currency market order?
A market order is an automated instruction to buy or sell a currency once it reaches a pre-determined exchange rate. It allows your business to target an aspirational price, with the trade executed automatically the moment that rate is hit.
What is the difference between a Limit Order and a Stop Loss Order?
A Limit Order targets a more favourable rate than the current market to maximise profit, while a Stop Loss Order sets a minimum ‘floor’ rate to protect your business from significant market drops.
Why should my business use market orders instead of spot trades?
Market orders allow you to benefit from 24/7 market monitoring. They can capture short-term rate spikes that occur outside of business hours, providing more strategic entry points than a simple spot trade.
Do I need to pay for a market order upfront?
No, there is typically no upfront cost to place a market order. The trade is only settled once your target rate is reached and the transaction is successfully executed.
What happens if my target rate is never reached?
If the market does not reach your specified rate, the trade is not executed. You can maintain the order indefinitely or set an expiry date. Your dedicated account manager will be able to help you adjust the strategy if market conditions change.
