At PGS we offer three different categories of foreign exchange-related products:

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FX Benchmarks

PGS FX Index: Indices that track the performance of global currency managers as an asset class, both on a reported and risk adjusted basis.

FX Investment and Overlay Programs

FX Portfolios: The foreign exchange portfolios at PGS are multi-manager FX strategies that are structured with significant flexibility allowing PGS to customize the performance objectives according to each investor’s needs.  The types of customization include the mix of styles, types of correlations to other asset classes, and/or leverage. These portfolios  may be used for diversification for traditional or hedge fund investments, enhanced cash returns or hedging other portfolios (see FX Overlay below).

FX alpha Trax: FX alpha Trax is a multi-manager FX portfolio that is available through a fund or through a managed account format.   In contrast to the FX Portfolios program, this portfolio is an actively managed, “best in class”  portfolio where choices are made completely by The strategy may be used for diversification for traditional or hedge fund investments, enhanced cash returns or hedging other portfolios. For more information please contact PGS directly.

FX Overlay: An innovative approach to addressing the foreign exchange risk and opportunity in international investing.
Parker Global Strategies has developed an innovative approach to addressing the foreign exchange risk and opportunity in international investing. The multi-manager program is run on a symmetric basis, going long or short against the client's base currency. Risk is controlled through allocation of targeted Value at Risk. The Firm generates daily reports comparing VaR and aggregate foreign exchange exposures to the currency component of EAFE. For more information please contact PGS directly.

Foreign Exchange Interbank Trading Services (FITSTM):

A customized outsourcing program for proprietary trading of foreign exchange. Parker Global Strategies has created FITSTM, a foreign exchange interbank trading program for commercial banks seeking diversification for their internal proprietary trading. FITSTM is a customized outsourcing program for proprietary trading designed to suit each client's individual objectives. The program may be expanded to include the trading of global bonds, equities, and commodities on a managed account basis or through commingled vehicles.

Parker Global Strategies provides the full range of services necessary to select, structure, implement, and manage the program. This turnkey system saves the bank considerable time, manpower, and expense associated with the research and expertise required to establish and manage such a program. 
 

Benefits Include:
• Rich informational window on strategies, markets, and capital flows.
• Attractive potential returns.
• Access to premier traders who can serve as benchmarks for internal traders.
• Minimal funding costs for notionally funded accounts.
• Potential profits through trades executed via bank lines, and trading desk.
• Flexibility in program design, size, and timing of commitment.
• Savings in time, effort, and expense associated with building in-house capabilities.