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Using an example, explain how traders benefit from the forward exchange market. Please ensure it's at least 210 words, APA format and provide references.

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The forward exchange market buys and sells contracts for future delivery of foreign currency at a specified exchange rate. Traders benefit from these contracts because they can purchase and sell foreign exchange contracts easily. They can hedge against unfavorable rate fluctuations (a). Traders can benefit from these contracts because if they are either importing or exporting products, they can protect themselves from losses because of foreign exchange rate ...

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