Need to hedge currency exchange rate

Discussion in 'Options' started by sync, Sep 22, 2008.

  1. sync

    sync

    Doesn't a spread require me to come up with a forecast on what the future exchange rate will be?
     
    #11     Sep 22, 2008
  2. t482

    t482

    You could by options on CurrencyShares Canadian Dollar Trust (FXC).

    Dec 94 puts are 1.25
     
    #12     Sep 25, 2008
  3. this is the blind leading the blind.

    If you really want help send me a pm with some info about your business, in regards to cash flow timing and lines of credit in both currencies. You need to consider a lot of factors to come up with a good plan
     
    #13     Sep 25, 2008
  4. One option would be to lock in a rate today using a forward. If you are a business I maybe able to help. Send me an e-mail.
     
    #14     Sep 25, 2008
  5. sync

    sync

    This is a one time situation that is not business related.
     
    #15     Sep 25, 2008
  6. The solution is easy. You are obviously worried about the CAD dropping during the next 3-6 months so you must SELL the CAD now to lock in todays exchange rate.

    What part of that don't you understand?
     
    #16     Sep 26, 2008
  7. sync

    sync

    First you said I need to buy CAD now.

    I can't afford to do anything about this so it is no longer an issue anyway.
     
    #17     Sep 26, 2008
  8. MasterAtWork was correct when he noticed my mistake but it should have pointed you in the right direction and got you thinking.
     
    #18     Sep 26, 2008