Foreign Exchange Rate
/ˈfɒrɪn ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ reɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The rate at which one currency is legally exchanged for another, often governed by national or international financial regulations.
The contract specified payment in dollars calculated at the prevailing foreign exchange rate on the transaction date.
Forms
- foreign exchange rate
- foreign exchange rates
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Commentary
In legal contexts, precise specification of the applicable foreign exchange rate is crucial to avoid disputes in cross-border contracts.
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