I am trying to understand the possibility to transfer funds between two brokerage accounts, without actually transfering the funds directly.
Let's assume one has two brokerage accounts in different countries with equal funds. One country has capital export restrictions so that a simple bank transfer is not possible. One wishes to shift all funds out of that account. Going long in one country and short in the other starts a random walk, where the funds get shifted over time, but perhaps in the wrong direction. Is there a way to do better than a random walk? Perhaps by using leverage, options, futures, etc.?
(Let's neglect exchange rates, capital gain tax, and brokerage fees - I'm only interested in understanding the possibilities and limitations of capital market instruments.)