What is the key benefit of Foreign Exchange transparency? O The ability to demonstrate transparency in line with fund mandates O The netting of trades across settlement days thereby reducing turnover O The ability for Fund Managers to concentrate on their core competency O The control of costs as FX costs are agreed at a specified margin

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