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 Thought Piece When regulation enables innovation May 2026 - A decade on from the FCA’s world-first Regulatory Sandbox, the impact is clear. Chris Hayward looks at the impact of the Regulatory Sandbox When regulation enables innovation Research Report The City of London Corporation’s US Office Apr 2026 - The City of London Corporation’s US Office works to strengthen engagement between the UK and the United States across financial and professional services. The City of London Corporation’s US Office Research Report Seizing the UK’s carbon credit opportunity Apr 2026 - High‑integrity carbon credit markets are critical to closing the global net zero financing gap while supporting environmental and social outcomes. Seizing the UK’s carbon credit opportunity Research Report The City of London Corporation's work in support of financial and professional services: annual review 2025/2026 Apr 2026 - Explore the progress we’ve made in championing the UK’s financial and professional services industry in 2025/2026. The City of London Corporation's work in support of financial and professional services: annual review 2025/2026