Posted: 20 Jan 2020 Resource Type: Research Report Download Back The UK’s unique capabilities as an international financial centre mean it is perfectly positioned to help multinationals mitigate a diverse range of financial risks. With an extensive network of 250 international banks and channelling 43% of global forex trading, the UK can support multinationals in managing currency and liquidity risks on a global scale. Multinationals can also hedge their interest rate risks through the UK, a leading derivatives market with 50% share of the trading of global over-the counter interest rate derivatives. Furthermore, global firms can manage business and specialist risks through the UK’s mature insurance market, control operational risks and ensure regulatory compliance with support from leading legal, accountancy and consulting service firms gathered in the UK. Share: Share to LinkedIn LinkedIn Share to X Share to Facebook Facebook Share to WeChat WeChat Share to WhatsApp WhatsApp Share to Email Email Download Related content News Sterling 20 Oct 2025 - 20 of Britain’s largest pension providers and insurers have launched Sterling 20, a new partnership to invest billions into UK infrastructure, innovation and renewable energy. Sterling 20 Research Report Finance for growth: a shared U.S./UK prosperity agenda Oct 2025 - Leading US and UK financial and professional services firms, via the British American Financial Alliance (BAFA) coalition, are urging both governments progress on the Transatlantic Taskforce for Markets of the Future. Finance for growth: a shared U.S./UK prosperity agenda Research Report The UK’s offer for asset managers and owners Oct 2025 - The UK is a global leader in asset management, with over £12tn in AUM and offers extensive scale with international reach, deep expertise, and diverse investment opportunities. The UK’s offer for asset managers and owners Research Report City statistics briefing Oct 2025 - The City Statistics briefing looks at the City of London's role as a global business hub for financial and related professional services. City statistics briefing