Learn about Synthetic Letters of Credit (SLCs), pre-funded instruments used in international trade to guarantee payments and mitigate risks like counterparty and currency issues.
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A letter of credit guarantees payment to sellers in international trade. Not all letters of credit are transferable; terms vary. Letters of credit differ from lines of credit, mainly not involving ...