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International trade

The buying and selling of goods, services and capital across international borders or territories.

Contributors in International trade

International trade

Spot exchange

Economy; International trade

The purchase or sale of foreign exchange for immediate delivery.

Remitting bank

Economy; International trade

The bank that sends the draught to the overseas bank for collection.

Representative

Economy; International trade

See Foreign sales agent.

Phytosanitary inspection certificate

Economy; International trade

A certificate, issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to satisfy import regulations for foreign countries, indicating that a U.S. shipment has been inspected and is free from harmful pests and ...

Pro forma invoice

Economy; International trade

An invoice provided by a supplier prior to the shipment of merchandise, informing the buyer of the kinds and quantities of goods to be sent, their  value, and important specifications (weight, size, ...

Political risk

Economy; International trade

In export financing, the risk of loss due to such causes as currency inconvertibility, government action preventing entry of goods, expropriation or confiscation, and war.

Purchasing agent

Economy; International trade

An agent who purchases goods in his or her own country on behalf of foreign importers such as government agencies and large private concerns.

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