Darryl Hood, who leads Corpay Cross-Border’s risk management practice in the UK and across EMEA, is a keen observer of the markets. He shares thoughts on topics ranging from the global and local impact of a series of seismic one-off events in a globalised economy, the coming recession (that may already be here). the media and the metaverse and keeping a cool head when all around you are losing theirs.
Key takeaways:
- One-off events affecting the global market are becoming more commonplace
- COVID: Not over ‘til it’s over: China’s reopening and recovery could continue disruptions
- Ripple effects in an interconnected global economy
- The media and the message: even a whisper can increase currency volatility
- Back to basics: More data doesn’t necessarily mean better decisions
- One size does not fit all: Different concerns for different businesses
- Changing attitudes toward market risk
- Man-in-the-Street problems: Inflation, energy prices, cost of living
- The recession? It may already be here
- Welcome to the metaverse? A look at 2033
Cross-Border
The Art and Science of Hedging in Uncertain Times
A conversation with Darryl Hood, Senior Director, UK and EMEA Sales and Dealing, Corpay Cross-Border Solutions
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Speaker: Darryl Hood | Senior Director, UK and EMEA Sales & Dealing
Darryl Hood, Senior Director for EMEA Risk Management at Corpay Cross-Border Solutions, is a highly knowledgeable FX Risk Management specialist with more than 15 years of experience in the financial industry. Darryl has a successful track record of building and maintaining client relationships and ultimately growing the UK and EU business at a level that has exceeded targets. Darryl leads the EMEA Risk Management department, overseeing multiple jurisdictions and supporting businesses across Europe to mitigate their FX exposure with bespoke hedging strategies.
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