| |NOVEMBER 202419CIOReviewDeagloTransforming FX Risk Management with Cutting-Edge SolutionsStrategic foreign exchange (FX) risk management is key to protecting investments from currency fluctuations and optimizing capital returns. Leveraging advanced tools allows for accurate evaluation of currency exposure and efficient hedging, making the processes of capital raising and deployment seamless. Deaglo is a major fintech player in advanced FX risk management and execution that uses its AI and ML-infused platform to deliver data-driven insights and objective analysis to global investment decision-makers. The company's innovative solutions cater to institutional investors, investment managers and portfolio companies, allowing them to help general partners (GP) and limited partners (LP) around the world raise and deploy capital with greater efficiency. "We streamlined a traditionally complex, spreadsheet-driven process into a user-friendly graphical interface, significantly reducing errors and misunderstandings. Positioned uniquely between banks and fund clients, we bridge their needs by making FX transactions more accessible, transparent, and accurate. This approach is proven to significantly reduce friction for both sides of the transaction," says Matthew Fotheringham, co-founder and COO.Unlocking Market Potential with AI InsightsIts platform features generative reporting, which transforms tool outputs into coherent reports with insightful analysis and AI-suggested trades that recommend optimized trading strategies based on real-time data. These technologies streamline decision-making processes for hedging and ensure stakeholders can easily understand and act on the provided analysis. This is particularly valuable during high market volatility, where the need for strong FX risk management becomes even more apparent. Deaglo's advanced analytics showcases the likelihood of product performance and collateral impact on IRR. Their outputs have raised the bar, providing LPs and GPs with valuable new insights into the potential performance of their investments.Turning Currency Hurdles into Opportunities In the lead-up to the U.S. election, Deaglo's technology-powered risk management platform equipped our clients with foresight and readiness for impending market volatility. The core of this preparedness was Deaglo's proprietary Jump Diffusion tool, which simulated extreme and unexpected price changes, allowing treasury teams to anticipate and prepare for potential margin calls. This proactive approach transformed looming uncertainties into opportunities, helping clients navigate and manage substantial currency risks with confidence.A key factor in Deaglo's success lies in its client-centered approach. By working directly with clients to craft tailored strategies that meet their unique needs, Deaglo not only strengthens these relationships but also enhances the effectiveness of its solutions. Many investors lack the internal resources to manage FX risks effectively, a gap Deaglo fills through its professional services team--essentially, an external FX desk for clients needing additional expertise.In one notable case, Deaglo assisted a client whose prior fund had suffered from FX fluctuations, yielding a mere 3 percent return offshore versus 25 percent onshore. Collaborating with Deaglo's professional services team, the client introduced a hedged share class in their new fund--a requirement for investor confidence. This strategic change not only bolstered their Limited Partner (LP) base but also facilitated a capital raise of $360 million, marking a 300 percent increase over the initial target."We aim to drive global investment forward by pioneering advanced FX solutions that seamlessly integrate into the investment process," says Fotheringham. "Our focus goes beyond addressing inefficiencies; we're reimagining how investors engage with FX risk. By enhancing accuracy, transparency, and ease of use, our technology empowers clients to make confident, data-driven decisions in an interconnected global market."With a dedication to turning complex currency challenges into streamlined processes, Deaglo's pioneering solutions and extensive expertise make it an invaluable partner for investors seeking an innovative and robust approach to FX risk management. We aim to drive global investment forward by pioneering advanced FX solutions that seamlessly integrate into the investment processMatthew Fotheringham,Co-founder and COO TOP 10SOLUTIONS PROVIDERS 2024CAPITAL MARKETTECHNOLOGY
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