Archived posts for September 2010

Skilled professionals looking to earn a good salary should head to the Middle East and take advantage of international money transfers back to the UK, the findings of the latest expat study from HSBC show.

Research carried out for the global bank's latest Export Explorer Survey found that there are a number of 'hotspots' around the world where relocating professionals can enjoy strong salaries.

Skilled professionals looking to earn a good salary should head to the Middle East and take advantage of international money transfers back to the UK, the findings of the latest expat study from HSBC show.

Research carried out for the global bank's latest Export Explorer Survey found that there are a number of 'hotspots' around the world where relocating professionals can enjoy strong salaries.

The Australian dollar has continued to grow in value on the global currency markets, spelling good news for British expats making international money transfers from cities such as Melbourne or Sydney.

According to the latest figures, the dollar has now climbed to a 26-month-high of 97.05 US cents as the domestic economy continues to power its way out of the recent downturn.

The Australian dollar has continued to grow in value on the global currency markets, spelling good news for British expats making international money transfers from cities such as Melbourne or Sydney.

According to the latest figures, the dollar has now climbed to a 26-month-high of 97.05 US cents as the domestic economy continues to power its way out of the recent downturn.

Britons may want to pay close attention to the currency exchange rates between the pound and the Canadian dollar.

A campaign has recently been launched by Northwestern Ontario in order to encourage expatriates from the UK and other countries to move to the area.

Sterling's currency exchange rate has fallen by one per cent against the dollar.

The drop came yesterday (September 28th) as a member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee said that the Bank of England should start to pump more money in to the UK economy through quantitative easing.

All international money transfers both into and out of the United States may soon have to be reported to the Treasury Department.

The Obama administration is considering expanding the rules covering the reporting of money transfers of all sizes in a bid to tighten counter-terrorism measures.

All international money transfers both into and out of the United States may soon have to be reported to the Treasury Department.

The Obama administration is considering expanding the rules covering the reporting of money transfers of all sizes in a bid to tighten counter-terrorism measures.

The pound's currency exchange rate has been boosted by the release of a string of positive data concerning the UK.

Firstly, the Office for National Statistics reported that the current account deficit in the UK narrowed to two per cent of GDP in the second quarter.

International money transfers to the US could prove popular with property investors as the country's housing market is showing further signs of recovery.

The National Association of Realtors announced earlier this month that existing home sales in the US rose by 7.6 per cent between August and July this year.

Britons have been advised to do their research before using their debit or credit card abroad.

Writing in the Daily Telegraph, personal finance journalist Sophie Butler said that using debit or credit cards overseas can cost consumers a pretty penny.

International money transfers could help investors to take advantage of the opportunities available on property markets around the world.

Paul Collins, property editor of BuyAssociation, recently suggested that there is something on offer for investors in a number of countries.

International money transfers could help investors to take advantage of the opportunities available on property markets around the world.

Paul Collins, property editor of BuyAssociation, recently suggested that there is something on offer for investors in a number of countries.

International money transfers could help investors to take advantage of the opportunities available on property markets around the world.

Paul Collins, property editor of BuyAssociation, recently suggested that there is something on offer for investors in a number of countries.

The currency exchange rate of sterling has risen against the euro following weak economic data from the eurozone.

A poor purchasing managers index for the single currency area worked against the euro, while painting sterling in a better light.

The currency exchange rate of sterling has risen against the euro following weak economic data from the eurozone.

A poor purchasing managers index for the single currency area worked against the euro, while painting sterling in a better light.

The currency exchange rate of sterling has risen against the euro following weak economic data from the eurozone.

A poor purchasing managers index for the single currency area worked against the euro, while painting sterling in a better light.

A recent report has suggested that the international property markets are starting to improve.

People who are considering taking advantage of positive conditions before prices shoot up may want to look into making an international money transfer through a foreign exchange broker.

Making an international money transfer to France could offer Britons a better quality of life.

A recent survey conducted by uSwitch.com noted that the country had the best quality of life in Europe.

The crisis within the currency exchange rates of major western currencies has had a positive effect on gold trading.

This is the view of Philip Gibbs, financial manager at Jupiter.

Mr Gibbs suggested that sovereign debt problems are continuing to impact on trading of the US dollar, the yen and the euro.

International money transfers could prove to be important for people employed overseas.

Indeed, recent research conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit has suggested that the number of workers posted abroad is likely to rise in the coming years.

The currency exchange rate for sterling has edged down against the euro and the US dollar this morning (September 21st).

Investors expressed concern regarding government bond auctions in eurozone states, which prompted the pound to lose its footing.

The currency exchange rate for sterling has edged down against the euro and the US dollar this morning (September 21st).

Investors expressed concern regarding government bond auctions in eurozone states, which prompted the pound to lose its footing.

The currency exchange rate for sterling has edged down against the euro and the US dollar this morning (September 21st).

Investors expressed concern regarding government bond auctions in eurozone states, which prompted the pound to lose its footing.

International money transfers can help people with overseas property to cover unexpected costs.

Research conducted by the Post Office International Payments has revealed that 40 per cent of overseas homeowners have had to fork out unexpectedly for extra costs involved in the upkeep of their house.

International money transfers can help people with overseas property to cover unexpected costs.

Research conducted by the Post Office International Payments has revealed that 40 per cent of overseas homeowners have had to fork out unexpectedly for extra costs involved in the upkeep of their house.

International money transfers can help people with overseas property to cover unexpected costs.

Research conducted by the Post Office International Payments has revealed that 40 per cent of overseas homeowners have had to fork out unexpectedly for extra costs involved in the upkeep of their house.

Sterling's currency exchange rate has risen broadly this morning (September 20th).

The pound edged higher on the back of a subdued dollar despite some weak economic data, analysts told Reuters news agency.

International money transfers to France could be on the rise as the country has been revealed as a favourite destination for Britons.

A survey conducted by overseas mortgage specialist Conti, revealed that France is still top of the list for overseas property hot spots.

International money transfers have been recommended to people who are considering emigrating from the UK.

Families who are thinking of moving to Spain could save thousands of pounds by moving money through an independent foreign exchange broker, the Daily Telegraph claimed.

The Japanese government's intervention in the currency exchange markets has been heralded as an important change in attitude.

Last week (September 15th), the government sold off an estimated 1.8 trillion yen (£13.42 billion) in a bid to increase money supply in order to counter inflation and help the country's exporters.

Currency exchange rates for sterling have fallen following the publication of the latest retail figures.

The Office for National Statistics revealed yesterday (September 16th) that there was a 0.5 per cent drop in sales between July and August.

The currency exchange rate for the Brazilian real has "bounced back" on the markets.

Investors have "defied government threats to weaken the currency", as the real rose benefited from strong domestic growth, Reuters reported.

The currency exchange rate for sterling improved towards the end of yesterday (September 15th), it has been revealed.

Earlier in the day the publication of the Office for National Statistics' employment figures has resulted in the pound falling broadly on the markets.

Now could be a good time to make an international money transfer to Spain for people who are considering buying property in the area.

Mack Stucklin, head of Spanish Property Insight, has suggested that now is a good time to consider buying in the country.

Now could be a good time to make an international money transfer to Spain for people who are considering buying property in the area.

Mack Stucklin, head of Spanish Property Insight, has suggested that now is a good time to consider buying in the country.

Currency exchange is men's area of responsibility when it comes to organising holidays, it has been suggested.

Recent research conducted by Tesco has revealed that 56 per cent of men claim to be in charge of the holiday finances when they take a trip away with their partner.

The currency exchange rate for the pound has fallen on the back of weak economic data.

Published this morning (September 14th), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' (RICS) house price index showed a decline in the property market in the UK.

The currency exchange rate for the pound has fallen on the back of weak economic data.

Published this morning (September 14th), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' (RICS) house price index showed a decline in the property market in the UK.

Expatriates may want to consider making an international money transfer between their bank accounts.

According to the latest Lloyds TSB International Expat Survey, around 70 per cent of UK expats have a current account in their country of residence, while around half maintain an account in the UK, the Daily Telegraph reported.

The currency exchange value of the US dollar is set to rise, analysts have suggested.

Concerns about the future of the country's economy are easing off, which is in turn renewing faith in the nation's assets, Bloomberg reported.

Currency exchange rates could prove important for expatriates who find themselves hit with a major tax bill from the UK.

Barrister Howard Bilton has highlighted a recent case in which business man Robert Gaines-Cooper was hit with a £30 million tax bill.

The currency exchange rate for the pound has fallen on the back of the latest trade data.

This morning at 11:05 BST, the pound was trading against the dollar at $1.53, while sterling bought €1.21.

Making an international money transfer to Geneva could help to keep down the cost of buying a property in the notoriously expensive city.

According to the Daily Telegraph, the spectacular backdrop of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc contribute to the high prices for housing.

Recent research has revealed that a large proportion of expatriates in certain countries are making and saving significant amounts of money.

The HSBC Expat Explorer survey found that Qatar was the number one nation for expats who want to save and invest more than they could in the UK.

Currency exchange rates could prove important to firms that are branching out in order to look for overseas business.

Recent comments from Mark Swift, spokesman for the manufacturer's association EEF, suggested that emerging markets are becoming particularly popular with British companies.

Problems with pensions are forcing many expatriates to return to the UK, it has been suggested.

Danny Butterfield, an ex-builder, told the Daily Telegraph that many UK expats are leaving countries like Spain because inflation and foreign exchange issues mean that their pensions are no longer sufficient to live abroad.

Currency exchange markets have seen a significant increase in trading over the past three years.

A recent report conducted by the Bank for International Settlements has revealed that trading levels increased by 20 per cent.

Property investors may want to consider making an international money transfer to Istanbul as it has been suggested that new neighbourhoods are beginning to prosper.

The "burgeoning suburb" of Beylikduzu is soon to benefit from a multimillion pound investment in the city's infrastructure, Overseas Property Professional has reported.

The currency exchange rate for the yen is expected to lose some of its current strength.

Negative global data helped push the Japanese currency to near a 15-year high against the US dollar in the last month.

Exporters in Europe have benefitted from the weak currency exchange rate on the euro.

This is according to a recent article by Stephen Macklow-Smith, senior portfolio manager at JP Morgan Asset Management, comparing the current state of the economy with the situation in Japan in the 1990s.

Exporters in Europe have benefitted from the weak currency exchange rate on the euro.

This is according to a recent article by Stephen Macklow-Smith, senior portfolio manager at JP Morgan Asset Management, comparing the current state of the economy with the situation in Japan in the 1990s.

The currency exchange rate for the pound has fallen following the publication of poor manufacturing data.

Released by Markit and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply yesterday (September 1st), the PMI for manufacturing was revealed to be 54.3 for August.

The currency exchange rate for the pound has fallen following the publication of poor manufacturing data.

Released by Markit and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply yesterday (September 1st), the PMI for manufacturing was revealed to be 54.3 for August.

Making an international money transfer could help Britons to find their dream retirement lifestyle.

Rhiannon Davies, director of ShelterOffshore.com, has suggested that Brits often move abroad in order to find a more relaxed way of life.

Making an international money transfer could help Britons to find their dream retirement lifestyle.

Rhiannon Davies, director of ShelterOffshore.com, has suggested that Brits often move abroad in order to find a more relaxed way of life.