International Money Transfer - Page 2

The “Big Mac Index” was invented by The Economist back in 1986, as a way to simplify exchange rates theory for the general public. Also known as Burgernomics, the Big Mac Index judges the value of a country's currency against how much a Big Mac costs to buy in that country compared to other countries - i.e. the exchange rate.

The federal opposition has floated the idea of introducing a standard benchmark on fees and charges for international money transfers to improve transparency and cut costs for consumers sending money to loved ones overseas. Opposition Leader...

The side hustle: it isn’t just for college kids and recent grads anymore. Around the world, millions of people have tried their hand at selling on online marketplaces - many simply using their smartphones. These days, even...

Western Union Country Director Simon Millard lays out the case for collaboration between banks and fintechs in the face of disruption.

Contributed by Robbie Sampson, CEO, Orbit Remit Today there is an abundance of options available to Aussies when it comes to transferring money overseas. However, every year we are essentially throwing away money on unnecessary transfer fees...

Canstar has researched and rated 19 institutions including Authorised Deposit-Taking Institutions (ADIs) and non-ADIs to determine which offer the best value international money transfers. Canstar’s International Money Transfers Star Ratings use a sophisticated and unique ratings...

Australians could save hundreds of dollars each time they transfer money overseas by comparing exchange rates and transfer fees according to recently released data from Canstar. The research found consumers could save $652 when transferring $15,000...

The major parties in the Senate have agreed to extend the goods and services tax (GST) to overseas purchases of less than $1,000, but have pushed the implementation date for the change back by a year....

What does it cost t transfer money overseas? Possibly more than you realise…

More Aussies than ever before are sending money as a gift. Will you send money for Christmas? It’s quick, and easier than wrapping and posting a gift.

Whether you’re after an international money transfer or a travel card, you need to know the common currency codes. Check Canstar’s currency list.

Things you should know before sending money overseas, in order to make the most of the competition for international money transfers.

When making international payments online, one options is an online international payments company.

Australians are proud to admit that their nation is ‘the lucky country’ – often boasting about its great weather, lifestyle and prosperity.

Do you know the things to consider when sending money overseas? Here's our best tips, from Canstar. The internet has revolutionised our lives in so many ways – including the ability to quickly and easily transfer...

Australian banks and government organisations including CSIRO, CommBank and Westpac are still leading the way in experimenting to make digital currency an effective and safe way to transfer money around the world. Goodbye, international money transfers...

Remittances provide more money to developing countries than foreign aid worldwide. We need to remove the barriers from getting the money to where it’s needed.

Don't fall for a dodgy exchange rate. When you're making an international money transfer of a small or large sum to an overseas bank account, exchange rates are the most important part of the equation. They determine...

Canstar explains how international money transfers can be a smart way to avoid costly credit card fees when making overseas purchases online. When it comes to international travel, many consumers research their funding and spending options...

An explanation of what happens to your eligibility for the Age Pension in Australia if you travel or move overseas.