Cross-Currency Transaction

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Definition: Cross-Currency Transaction


Cross-Currency Transaction


Full Definition of Cross-Currency Transaction


A currency trade consisting of the purchase of one type of currency and the sale of another through foreign exchange conversions. For example, Euros are used to purchase Hong Kong dollars which are then used to purchase Swiss Francs in a near instantaneous transaction. Such transactions are executed to capitalize on divergent currency rate movements.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Cross-Currency Transaction are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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