1. Spot and Forward Transactions
2. Option Dated Forward Contracts
3. Swaps
4. Executing a Trade / Rejecting a Rate
5. Finalize Settlement Instructions to a Trade
6. Split Payments
7. Viewing Transaction History / Outstanding Deals Report
8. Trade Settlement Via Transaction History / Outstanding Deals Report
9. Dual Authorization
   1. Two Users
   2. Three Users
10. Drawdowns of Option Dated Forwards

From the Main Dealing Page (image 1), click on the Deal Entry tab at the left side of the top menu. For spot trades, choose the Spot tab; for fixed dated forwards, select the Forward tab in the Deal Entry panel.

1. Select the currency to buy or sell from the currency code drop-down menu. Click on a currency code to select it from the list, or enter the first two letters of the currency to bring it into the menu. For more information on currency codes or the standard Spot value dates, please refer to the Currency & Settlement Info section.
2. In the “Value Date” field, click the calendar or enter a specific date (i.e. dd/mm/yyyy).
3. Click the Request button. A transaction quote and timer will appear, indicating the trade rate and time until the rate expires, respectively.
   
1. If the trade rate is acceptable:
   Click the Do Trade* button. A “Deal ID” number and summary will appear to confirm the transaction is complete.
   If a confirmation number is not displayed, the transaction has not been completed.
   
2. If the trade rate is not acceptable:
   Click the Reject button or let the rate time-out.

*Trades cannot be cancelled once the Do Trade button is clicked.

1. Click on the Time Option tab in the Deal Entry panel.
2. Select a currency to buy or sell from the appropriate drop-down list.
3. Enter the amount of currency to buy or sell in the corresponding field.
4. In the “Option Date” field, select the start date of the option period by choosing a standard period or date on the calendar or entering a broken date.
5. In the “Value Date” field, choose the end date of the option period. The maximum period for Option Dated Forward Contracts is 30 days.
6. Click the Request button. A transaction quote and timer will appear, indicating the trade rate and time until the rate expires, respectively.
   
1. If the trade rate is acceptable:
   Click the Do Trade* button. A “Deal I.D.” number and summary will appear to confirm the transaction is complete.
   If a confirmation number is not displayed, the transaction has not been completed.
   
2. If the trade rate is not acceptable:
   Click the Reject button or let the rate time-out.

*Trades cannot be cancelled once the Do Trade button is clicked.

1. Click the Swap tab in the Deal Entry panel.
2. Select a currency to buy or sell and enter the amount under “Near Leg.” The currency and amount entered will be automatically displayed under “Far Leg.”
3. Choose a standard fixed-period code for the value date (e.g. one month on the calendar) or enter a specific date. Enter a standard fixed-period or broken date under “Far Leg.”
4. Click the Request button. A transaction quote and timer will appear, indicating the trade rate and the time until the rate expires, respectively.
   
1. If the trade rate is acceptable:
   Click the Do Trade* button. A “Deal I.D.” number and summary will appear to confirm the transaction is complete.
   If a confirmation number is not displayed, the transaction has not been completed.
   
2. If the trade rate is not acceptable:
   Click the Reject button, or let the rate time-out.
5. You can view completed transactions on the Trade Inquiry panel.
   

Note: for Swap deals, complete the steps for both the “Far” and “Near” components.

*Trades cannot be cancelled once the Do Trade button is clicked.

1. To book a trade based on the rate returned, click Do Trade.
2. A “Deal ID” number and summary of the transaction will appear as confirmation of the deal.
3. Please note, if a confirmation number is not displayed, the transaction has not been completed. Additionally, a trade cannot be cancelled after you click the Do Trade button and receive a confirmation number. To view completed transactions, refer to the Trade Inquiry panel (see image 1, item ‘f’).
4. If you do not wish to book a trade for any reason (e.g. checking rates) click the Reject button, or let the rate time out.

1. After accepting a rate, click on the Settlement tab. The Settlement panel will display preferred settlement instructions; it will appear blank if none have been specified.
2. If the displayed instructions are correct, click Finalize Instructions.
3. To change the settlement instructions, click Edit under the appropriate “Status” for the transaction: either “I Buy” or “I Sell.” From the editing page, select either Existing to select from a list of default instructions, or New Instruction to add a customized settlement instruction.
   Some options are restricted and may not appear for all users.
1. If Existing:
1. Click Edit (I Buy/I Sell) and select “Existing” if it is not yet selected.
2. Click on the white box to see a drop-down menu of all existing default instructions for the selected currency. Alternatively, begin typing in the “Beneficiary” field and the instruction options will appear.
3. Once you see the account you would like to use, select it. The Beneficiary/Recipient Details will populate automatically.
   If it is a wire transfer, you have the option to type a brief message for the Beneficiary in the “Details of Payment” field.
2. If New Instruction:
1. Click Edit (I Buy/I Sell) and select “New Instruction”.
2. Click the “Payment Type” drop-down menu and choose one of three options: Over Account, Foreign CCY Account or Wire.
   Note: Over Account can be selected for USD or CAD accounts located at Scotiabank. Foreign CCY Account can be selected for EUR, JPY, CHF, MXN or GBP accounts located at Scotiabank. Wire can be used for any third party payment.
3. Once you select a “Payment Type”, the options on the panel will change accordingly. Fill out the remaining fields.
   Note: if you select Wire, you must include an IBAN # in one of the address fields or select a valid SWIFT code from the list provided (click on the magnifying glass icon for a full list of options).
4. Click the Finalize Instructions button at the bottom of the screen to finish.
   

1. Once you have booked a trade, you will be directed to the confirmation page. Click the Settlement tab to proceed to the settlement and splits panel.
2. To split your trade into multiple payments, click the Split button. You will be directed to the Split Payment page where you will be able to select your first notional for the Buy side.
3. Once you input your first amount, click Settle beside it.
   A new form for settlement instructions will appear below. Select an option by clicking either Existing or New Instruction.
4. Continue to input additional Component Amounts. To delete a trade, click the “x” on the far right. Click Insert Row to add an additional Component Amount.
5. Enter the amounts for all payments and provide settlement instructions for each under the. The amount remaining must equal zero.
6. Click the Split button to the right of the panel to complete the trade. Once Split has been clicked, no further changes may be made for this trade.
7. Click Print to print a PDF of the trade details for your records.

1. The transaction history can be found at the bottom of the dealing page, in the Trade Inquiry panel (see image 1, item ‘f’). For a larger view of the transaction history (see image 5), click the Expand button. At any time, click Refresh in the panel to update the list.
2. To customize your view, click the pencil icon to the left of the Trade Inquiry panel. Users can select from 30 different column headings to view trade history details.
3. To change a column in your trade inquiry, select it from the drop-down menu in the Trade Inquiry Edit Table (image 6). This will allow you to select the name of the column heading (i.e. deal type, rate, value date, etc.). Repeat this process for each box until you have selected the desired column headings.
   1. To add more columns, click the New button.
   2. To delete columns, check the box to the left of the dropdown menu, then click the Delete button at the bottom.
4. Click the Save button to save your selections. Click Exit to return to your Trade Inquiry panel.
   Note: You may select the Default button to return to the standard Trade Inquiry view.
5. Once customized, trades may be sorted according to the criteria at the top of the Trade Inquiry panel, e.g. trade date, value date, currency pair, buy amount, product. For product and status codes, consult the Quick Reference Guide.
6. A detailed view of a booked trade can be accessed by clicking the View button beside the trade. Your transaction history and outstanding deals can be exported to Excel / CSV format by clicking Export to Spreadsheet at the bottom of the page.
   Note: The transaction history will default to today’s trade date; to view past trades, click on the calendar icon and select to the desired trade date.

1. The transaction history can be found below the dealing panel, under “Trade Inquiry”. This section can be viewed as a full window by selecting the Expand button. Click Refresh to update the list of transactions. The “Trade Inquiry” panel can be customized and provides a comprehensive view of booked trades’ details.
2. Trades may be sorted according to the criteria at the top of the “Trade Inquiry” table (e.g. trade date, value date, currency pair, buy amount, product). For product and status codes, consult the Quick Reference Guide.
3. Unsettled or outstanding trades can be accessed for settlement by clicking the Deal I.D. number. This will take you to the confirmation panel. Unsettled trades will appear in red on the transaction history and will display as ‘U’ or ‘1’ under “Status”. Click the Settlement tab to access the settlement panel.
4. If the selected instructions attached to the trade are correct, click Finalize Instructions.
5. To change the settlement instructions please refer to Finalize Settlement Instruction to a Trade.
   

1. Trades awaiting authorization can be accessed through the “Trade Inquiry” panel. Click the calendar icon to search trades by date, or by clicking “Value Date” and selecting the date on the calendar pop-up.
2. Click the Deal I.D. number of the trade you wish to authorize. You will be directed to the confirmation page. Click the Settlement tab to access the settlement / authorization panel.
3. The status of the trade will be “Unauthorized”. If the settlement instructions are correct, click the Authorize button. The trade status will update to “Authorized.”
4. To edit the settlement instructions, click Edit (I Buy/ I Sell). Refer to Finalize Settlement Instructions to a Trade.
5. Click Finalize Instructions.
   

1. Trades awaiting authorization can be accessed through the “Trade Inquiry” panel. Click the calendar icon to search trades by date, or by clicking “Value Date” and selecting the date on the calendar pop-up.
2. Click the Deal I.D. number of the trade you wish to authorize. You will be directed to the confirmation page. Click the Settlement tab to access the settlement / authorization panel.
3. The status of the trade will be “2nd Authorize.” To authorize the trade, click the Authorize button. The trade status will update to ”Authorized.”
4. To edit the settlement instructions, click Edit (I Buy/ I Sell). Refer to Finalize Settlement Instructions to a Trade.
5. Click Finalize Instructions.
   

1. Time Options can be accessed through the Trade Inquiry panel. Find a trade drawdown by searching for the “Trade Date” or “Value Date”, then selecting the date on the calendar pop-up. A DD button will appear on the far right of the trade summary line. Click the DD icon.
2. The next page will display the start balance, as well as any previous drawdowns for that contract and the remaining balance. Click the red DD+ icon beside the remaining balance.
3. The next page will display the details of your contract. Under “Proposed Drawdown”, click the Value Date on the calendar. This should be the date you want the drawdown to occur (note: the date cannot be later than the value date). Same-day drawdowns are only available for CAD/USD and must be drawn down prior to the currency cut off time (5:00 PM EST). Please allow two business days for all other currency pairs. Select either the sell or buy amount of the drawdown. The system will automatically update your balance remaining. Click the Do Drawdown button.
4. A “Deal I.D.” confirmation number is issued and displayed for each drawdown.
5. Click on the Settlement tab.
6. If the preferred instructions attached to the trade are correct, click Finalize Instructions.
7. To change the settlement instructions, click on Edit (I Buy/ I Sell). Refer to Finalize Settlement Instructions to a Trade.