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Monex Canada ranks 2nd in Bloomberg’s G10 and 13 Majors rankings
Monex’s improved forecast accuracy came at a time when the broad US dollar defied expectations of a substantial structural decline as reflationary dynamics remained prominent. Our more conservative view on the dollar’s decline paid dividends in this environment and resulted in a top 10 ranking for both USDJPY and GBPUSD.
Near-term EM forecasts continue to shine in month defined by risks for FX space
In contrast to a volatile February, March saw a more decisive trend in the dollar. Against the expanded majors basket, only ZAR, MXN, NOK, CAD and INR posted gains against a broadly resurgent dollar. Our more selective stance on USD weakness in the EM space yielded a positive set of near-term forecasts, notably in ZAR, CNY and BRL.
Monex continues strong EM ranking despite February bond market turmoil
Our more conservative views on EM FX boded well, resulting in strong performances in USDBRL and USDZAR over the one-month horizon. Meanwhile, the correction in the G10 space on the final day of the month saw our one-month rankings slip, however, our longer-term views remained accurate.
Monex Group Strengthens Global Presence with Senior Hires in Asia-Pacific Region
MonFX Pte Ltd, the independent Asia-Pacific (APAC) subsidiary of the Monex Group, is continuing to strengthen its global foreign exchange offering with the appointment of Alvin Lai as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Lim Mei Shern as Head of Compliance. Alvin Lai’s appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
Reuters poll results see Monex perform well in the Emerging Markets space
Monex continued to outperform most forecasters with its calls for haven currencies, sustaining the view of a stronger JPY and CHF even amid a backdrop of improving risk appetite when the 3-to-6 month calls were made back in H2 2020.
Reuters ranks Monex Canada high in FX Polls
Monex Canada’s base case assumption of a weaker dollar by year-end 2020 resulted in strong rankings in major G10 currencies over the year-long horizon. With 2020 proving a volatile year for financial markets, we are especially proud of these results, and continue to predict a weaker dollar as the global economic recovery continues.
Monex Canada among leading forecasters in Bloomberg’s G10 rankings
Monex Canada ranked 4th in Bloomberg’s G10 rankings out of 52 eligible forecasters in Q4 2020. Notable performances came in EURCHF and AUDUSD forecasts where Monex Canada ranked 2nd and 8th accordingly.
FX specialist Monex Europe, parent company for Monex Canada opens office in Luxembourg in response to Brexit risks
In response to the risks posed by Brexit, global FX specialist Monex Europe, part of the “Monex SAB de CV” group of companies, opens a new office in Luxembourg. The presence in Luxembourg will enable Monex to continue to provide foreign exchange and international payment services to customers based in Europe.
MONEX RANKS HIGH IN Q2 BLOOMBERG FORECAST
Monex Europe topped Bloomberg’s FXF rankings for USDCHF, and came second in AUDUSD after ranking first for the previous three consecutive quarters.
MONEX MOVERS CHASE THE SUN FOR CHARITY
Employees at Monex Europe will be carrying out the 10k race on Wednesday 12th June in Victoria Park. The Monex Movers have chosen to support two charities: Cancer Research UK and St Luke’s Hospice.