Posted: 20 Jan 2020 Resource Type: Research Report Download Back The UK’s unique capabilities as an international financial centre mean it is perfectly positioned to help multinationals mitigate a diverse range of financial risks. With an extensive network of 250 international banks and channelling 43% of global forex trading, the UK can support multinationals in managing currency and liquidity risks on a global scale. Multinationals can also hedge their interest rate risks through the UK, a leading derivatives market with 50% share of the trading of global over-the counter interest rate derivatives. Furthermore, global firms can manage business and specialist risks through the UK’s mature insurance market, control operational risks and ensure regulatory compliance with support from leading legal, accountancy and consulting service firms gathered in the UK. Share: Share to LinkedIn LinkedIn Share to X Share to Facebook Facebook Share to WeChat WeChat Share to WhatsApp WhatsApp Share to Email Email Download Related content Thought Piece The UK: leading the way in impact investing Jan 2025 - Amid challenges from climate change to social inequality, the UK has emerged as a global leader in impact investing, transforming how capital is used to create a fairer, greener future. The UK: leading the way in impact investing Research Report Exporting financial services to the world Dec 2024 - The UK is the world’s first choice supplier of financial and professional services, helping businesses around the world prosper. Find out more about the UK's innovative financial services sector, and its role as a global leader in attracting investment. Exporting financial services to the world Thought Piece COP29’s financial focus shows private capital remains key to reaching net zero Dec 2024 - COP29 made it clearer than ever: the private sector must play a crucial role if we are to meet the Paris Agreement’s goals. Chris Hayward, Policy Chairman, explains why the time for bold, decisive action is now—or risk falling behind. COP29’s financial focus shows private capital remains key to reaching net zero Research Report Expanding into the UK | a guide for international financial services firms Nov 2024 - This guide is intended to help non-UK firms understand the UK financial services regime and gives practical guidance about how they can do business in the UK. Expanding into the UK | a guide for international financial services firms