Currency Management and Intervention Mechanics

Currency management is a critical function of official reserve management, involving the strategic selection of the currency composition and the tactical use of exchange market intervention. This course provides an in-depth, practical analysis of these activities. Participants will learn how to determine the optimal currency benchmark, manage currency risk through hedging and diversification, and master the operational execution of foreign exchange interventions. The curriculum emphasizes the strategic alignment of currency policy with the central bank's mandate, the complexities of cross-currency settlement, and the regulatory compliance required for high-stakes FX trading.