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The Age of the Pound in Global Trade Finance
The age of the Pound in global trade finance marked a decisive shift in how international commerce was funded, settled, and governed. During the nineteenth
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From Empires to Algorithms: Currency Power and the Origins of Global Trade Finance
Modern global trade is shaped by real-time payments, digital documentation, and interconnected financial systems. However, the foundations of today’s global trade finance system were laid
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Redefining Global Trade: How Emerging Economies Are Reshaping the Maritime Landscape
As global supply chains evolve, the Indian Ocean region has emerged as one of the most dynamic and influential trade corridors. This concluding article in
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The Western Indian Ocean Corridor: Bridging Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia
The Indian Ocean does more than connect continents, it connects opportunities. As global trade realigns towards emerging economies, the western arc of the Indian Ocean,
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The Indian Ocean: A Strategic Hub of Global Trade Corridors
The Indian Ocean has always been more than a body of water, it is the world’s commercial crossroads. Today, it carries a significant share of
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IFSCA Announces New Market Enablers to Strengthen Trade Finance at GIFT City
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has released a circular introducing a range of market enThe International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has released
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RBI Makes Registration on IEDPMS Portal Mandatory for Indian Exporters and Importers
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), through its Foreign Exchange Department (FED), has directed that all exporters and importers must register on the Integrated Export
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SME Revolution: Factoring Ignites Growth for India’s Small Businesses
SMEs are the backbone of India’s economy but often face working capital shortages due to slow receivables realisation. Factoring offers a lifeline by providing immediate
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Export Boom: How Factoring Fuels Exporters’ Global Triumph
Exporters frequently face challenges such as delayed payments and currency volatility, which can hamper their working capital. Factoring provides exporters with a means to convert
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India’s Total Exports Surge to Record $824.9 Billion in FY 2024–25, Driven by Services and Non-Petroleum Merchandise Growth
India has achieved a historic milestone in its trade performance, with total exports reaching an all-time high of US$824.9 billion in the financial year 2024–25,