Entering Foreign Exchange Data
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      How to Enter a Foreign Exchange Contract

      A quick guide to show you how to enter a foreign exchange contract into CNS

      Step 1: Access the Data Entry Screen

      1. In the left-hand menu, expand FX.
      2. Navigate to FX Enter Data → Add Currency Deals → Spot/Forward.

       

      Step 2: Enter a Spot or Forward Deal

      Entering a Spot Deal

      1. Ensure the Deal Type is set to Spot (default selection).

      2. Fill in the required deal details:

        • Deal Date – The date the spot deal is agreed upon.
        • Provider – The counterparty executing the trade.
        • Business Unit (Optional) – The internal entity associated with the trade.
        • Note (Optional) – Any additional details or references.
        • Deal Number / Provider ID – Unique identifier for tracking the deal.
        • Buy/Sell – The direction of the trade from your perspective.
        • Settlement Date – The date the deal will be settled.
        • Currency 1 Amount (Notional Currency Amount) – The principal amount being traded.
        • Currency 1 – The currency being bought or sold.
        • Rate – The exchange rate agreed for the trade.
        • Currency 2 Amount (Counter Currency) – The equivalent amount in the counter currency.
        • Currency 2 – The currency being exchanged.
        • Is it a closeout? – Indicate if this trade is closing out an existing exposure.

      3. Click Calculate to verify that the numbers align with your counterparty’s trade details.

      4. Once verified, click Save to complete the deal entry.

      5. If you need to enter a similar deal, click the down arrow next to Save and select Save and Copy for faster data entry.

      Entering a Forward Contract

      1. Change the Deal Type from Spot to Forward using the dropdown.

        • This will enable hedge accounting options if applicable.

      2. Enter the following details:

        • Deal Date – The date the forward contract is agreed upon.
        • Provider – The counterparty executing the trade.
        • Business Unit (Optional) – The internal entity associated with the trade.
        • Note (Optional) – Any additional details or references.
        • Deal Number / Provider ID – Unique identifier for tracking the deal.
        • Buy/Sell – The direction of the trade from your perspective.
        • Settlement Date – The date the forward contract will be settled.
        • Currency 1 Amount (Notional Currency Amount) – The principal amount being traded.
        • Currency 1 – The currency being bought or sold.
        • Rate – The agreed exchange rate for the forward contract.
        • Currency 2 Amount (Counter Currency) – The equivalent amount in the counter currency.
        • Currency 2 – The currency being exchanged.
        • Window Start and Window End Dates – Required for Window Forwards, defining the settlement window.
        • Is it a closeout? – Indicate if this trade is closing out an existing exposure.

      Step 3: Hedge Accounting (If Applicable)

      If hedge accounting is enabled, enter the following optional details:

      • Strategy – Link the trade to a hedge accounting strategy (if previously set up).
      • Designation – Indicate whether this trade is designated for hedge accounting.
      • Risk Period – Enter the risk period for hedge accounting.
        • Example: If the trade settles on 15/06/2025, enter June 2026 as the risk period.

      Final Steps

      1. Click Calculate to ensure accuracy.
      2. Click Save to complete the deal entry.
      3. To enter a similar deal, click the down arrow next to Save and choose Save and Copy.