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How Does an NDF Differ from a Standard FX Forward Contract?

A standard FX forward contract involves the physical exchange of the two currencies at the agreed-upon rate on the settlement date. An NDF, however, is cash-settled, meaning only the net difference between the NDF rate and the official fixing rate is exchanged in a convertible currency.

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