iAlert - an easy way to monitor foreign exchange rates
Keeping up-to-date with information on foreign exchange (FX) rates can be a critical factor in managing your wealth effectively. Yet few people have the time to watch FX rates as closely as they'd like to.
That's why Barclays International has developed iAlert, a free online tool that offers a valuable addition to our FX service by monitoring exchange rates for you.
Simple on-screen controls
- iAlert gives you a choice of 75 currency pairs to monitor - you can set as many alerts as you want to
- You select an upper and lower limit for the exchange rate on each currency pair you've decided to monitor
- When a rate reaches your selected limit, you'll receive an email. You will also see a message on screen when you next log in to iAlert
Once you know a currency is available at a rate you're interested in, you'll be able to contact us to discuss your options.
One stop for detailed FX data
In addition, iAlert gives you access to a range of foreign currency information, such as:
- Real-time FX data, including current and historical currency rates
- Tutorials
Sign up for iAlert today
If you are already a client you can sign up today.
If you are not a Barclays International client yet, you can sign up for a free 60 day trial of iAlert and see how it could help you make more informed FX decisions.
View the online Demo
For help using the iAlert website please view our online demo that will guide you through the main features of the website.
Not yet a Barclays International client?
Opening a Barclays International account will give you on-going access to iAlert after your 60 day trial comes to an end. In addition, you'll be able to draw on our wide range of FX services. These include preferential rates on larger FX transactions and the opportunity to consult our Treasury Specialists, although they cannot give you advice, can provide valuable FX insight to help you meet your wealth management goals.
Please note: access to our Treasury Specialists is via a three-way conference call. For clients who do not have a Relationship Manager and require a call with a Treasury Specialist or want to conduct a FX forward should either:
- Hold assets of £50,000 with us, or
- Intend to transact a minimum £50,000 (or currency equivalent)
Please also note: When entering into FX transactions you can suffer loss.
Becoming a Barclays International client
Barclays International offers bank accounts in a range of currencies. Opening an account would also give you access to international savings, investment, lending and mortgage products.
If you are not currently a Barclays international banking client, you will need to deposit and maintain a minimum balance of £5,000 or more (or currency equivalent) in cash or investments across the accounts you hold you with us.
If you meet the above criteria please select one of the following options to apply for our products and services:
Call us on +44 (0)1624 684 080†
The products and services described on this page are provided by the following companies, which are part of Barclays: Barclays Bank PLC in London and Barclays Private Clients International Limited in the Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey. For further information on these companies and Barclays please read the Important Information.
