Foreign exchange risk management
Protect margin with a disciplined FX policy
We design a board‑approved FX policy aligned to exposures and risk appetite, then execute disciplined hedging (spots, forwards and options) with pricing transparency and Exchange‑Control guidance. You get steadier cash conversion, predictable landed costs and governance your auditors can verify.
- top 4 pains we address
margin erosion from unmanaged currency behaviour
Inconsistent financial and cash flow performance from an FX perspective
ad‑hoc dealing without limits or policy
exchange‑control uncertainty or unknown opportunities
Quantified proof
Hedged between 70 and 100% of confirmed exposures;
protected 77.33 cents per currency unit of gross margin over 8 quarters.
- Our services include:
foreign currency exchange management
The key benefit of using our foreign exchange management service is consistency of cash flows and bottom-line results; while enhancing your overall returns and competitiveness of your business.
foreign currency risk mitigation policies
Combining market related information and research, together with our intrinsic approach of immersing ourselves in our clients’ specific operations, we are able to create an effective, measurable foreign exchange risk mitigation policy.
fully licensed and regulated
When choosing us as your foreign exchange risk mitigation service partner, you can be confident that you are working with a reputable, experienced company, that is fully licensed and regulated by the relevant authorities in South Africa.
exports and imports
If your business is involved in importing or exporting goods or services, then you are exposed to foreign exchange fluctuations and you need a partner that understands these impacts. wauko understands foreign exchange risks and we tailor our solutions to meet your business needs.
faqs
Most mid‑market importers and exporters start with forwards; options suit asymmetric risk when the business model, margins and risk appetite aligns. We’ll model both.
Typically 2–4 weeks depending on data readiness and approver availability.
It adds rules and reporting; our team will manage your policy in conjunction you’re your team and final execution can remain with current banks.
36 to 60 months of FX‑linked payables/receivables by currency and timing, plus counterparties.
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David du Plessis
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