A method of reducing bank charges in which two related companies offset their receipts and payments with each other, usually monthly, to save on transaction costs and paperwork.
Netting is the process of offsetting matching sales and purchases against each other, particularly in the context of futures, options, and forward foreign exchange. It helps firms manage risks such as exchange-rate exposure and is often facilitated by a clearing house.
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