Global Edge

Two thirds of companies will be expanding into international markets over the next three years specifically to increase sales, according to a 2010 report by Ernst & Young.

Recent volatility in the Foreign Exchange markets has highlighted the essential role of an effective hedging strategy to maintain profitability and competitiveness in the international marketplace. It is also critically important to understand the financial reporting, tax and financial control aspects. This free replay of a one-hour Web seminar with SVB and Ernst & Young will guide you through basic FX hedging strategies and the associated Financial Accounting Standards Board requirements.

Today's dynamic companies are looking to global markets to expand sales opportunities. Strategic planning is a crucial component as you move into these new markets. This free online seminar replay discusses how to structure your international sales from contract documentation to trade finance mechanisms.

In today’s global economy, fast-growing companies find it advantageous to expand into international markets early in their product development cycle. This free SVB Accelerator online seminar replay will help you achieve a deeper understanding of the key issues and challenges involved in doing business globally and how to take the initial steps to move into overseas markets.

In the race to develop new technologies, China stands front and center. In a recent conversation with Rebecca Smith, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, NASDAQ OMX, Terrance Philips of SVB asked for her perspective on the public markets in China.

Now it’s easier than ever for tech and life science companies to qualify for Ex-Im Bank's guaranteed working capital loan program after a recent change to its U.S. content calculation rules.

Read about changes to International Commercial Terms (Incoterms) —internationally accepted rules used in commerce — that deal with the costs, risks and responsibilities when shipping goods internationally. It's crucial to understand the new Incoterms in order to accurately negotiate or quote your sales contracts.

By hedging, or actively managing your company's foreign exchange exposure to protect revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities from exchange rate volatility, you can minimize disruption to the business and improve the bottom line. This online seminar replay covers risk-management best practices.