International Finance Management- Quiz II
Questions and Answers
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The extent to which the value of the firm is affected by unanticipated changes in exchange rates, that can have a profound effect on the firm's competitive position and thus on its cash flows and market value.
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Economic exposure
- B.
Transaction exposure
- C.
Translation exposure
- D.
Coefficient exposure
Correct Answer
A. Economic exposureExplanation
Economic exposure is defined as the extent to which the value of the firm is affected by unanticipated changes in exchange rates. Anticipated changes in exchange rates would already be discounted and reflected in the firm's value. Unanticipated changes in exchange rates can have a profound effect on the firm's competitive position and thus on its cash flows and market value.Rate this question:
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The sensitivity of "realized" domestic currency values of the firm's contractual cash flows denominated in foreign currencies to unexpected exchange rate changes.
- A.
Transaction exposure
- B.
Economic exposure
- C.
Translation exposure
- D.
Operating exposure
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A. Transaction exposureExplanation
Transaction exposure is defined as the sensitivity of "realized" domestic currency values of the firm's contractual cash flows denominated in foreign currencies to unexpected exchange rate changes. Since settlements of these contractual cash flows affect the firm's domestic currency cash flows, transaction exposure is sometimes regarded as a short-term exposure. Transaction exposure arises from fixed-price contracting in a world where exchange rates change randomly.Rate this question:
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This refers to the potential that the firm's consolidated financial statements can be affected by changes in exchange rates. Consolidation involves the translation of subsidiaries' financial statements from local currencies to the home currency.
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Translation exposure
- B.
Economic exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Operating exposure
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A. Translation exposureExplanation
Translation exposure refers to the potential that the firm's consolidated financial statements can be affected by changes in exchange rates. Consolidation involves the translation of subsidiaries' financial statements from local currencies to the home currency.Rate this question:
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Consider a Canadian multinational firm that has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and Japan. Each subsidiary produces financial statements in local currency. When the company consolidates a report in the home currency, it shows financial losses. What type of exposure does this scenario exemplify?
- A.
Translation exposure
- B.
Transaction exposure
- C.
Economic exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Translation exposureExplanation
This scenario exemplifies translation exposure. Translation exposure refers to the risk that a company faces when it translates financial statements from a foreign subsidiary's local currency to the home currency for consolidation. In this case, the Canadian multinational firm is experiencing financial losses when consolidating the reports in its home currency, indicating the impact of translation exposure.Rate this question:
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A Canadian company, which sold its products in Italy, realized financial losses when sending money back to Canada because the Canadian Dollar has appreciated against Euro. What type of exposure does this scenario exemplify?
- A.
Transaction exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Economic exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
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A. Transaction exposureExplanation
This scenario exemplifies transaction exposure. Transaction exposure refers to the risk that a company faces when conducting business transactions in a foreign currency. In this case, the Canadian company experienced financial losses when converting the proceeds from their product sales in Italy, denominated in Euros, back to Canadian Dollars. The appreciation of the Canadian Dollar against the Euro resulted in a lower value of the converted funds, leading to financial losses for the company.Rate this question:
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A Canadian firm sells its products only in the domestic market, which means there is no transaction risk involved in its business. However, the company revenues went down in the domestic market since the Canadian Dollar appreciated against the US Dollar. What type of exposure does this scenario exemplify?
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Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Asset exposure
- D.
Transaction exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
This scenario exemplifies operating exposure. Operating exposure refers to the impact of currency fluctuations on a company's revenues and expenses when it operates in foreign markets. In this case, even though the Canadian firm sells its products only in the domestic market, the appreciation of the Canadian Dollar against the US Dollar has led to a decrease in revenues. This shows that the firm is exposed to currency risk, which is a characteristic of operating exposure.Rate this question:
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The extent to which the firm's operating cash flows would be affected by changes in exchange rates is the definition of...
- A.
Operating exposure
- B.
Transaction exposure
- C.
Translation exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Operating exposure refers to the extent to which a firm's operating cash flows would be affected by changes in exchange rates. It measures the potential impact of currency fluctuations on a company's ongoing business operations and profitability. This exposure arises due to changes in the value of foreign currency-denominated revenues, expenses, assets, and liabilities. It is different from transaction exposure, which refers to the impact of currency fluctuations on individual transactions, and translation exposure, which refers to the impact of currency fluctuations on the financial statements when consolidating foreign subsidiaries. Asset exposure is not a recognized term in the context of exchange rate risk.Rate this question:
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Suppose that a Canadian computer company, NTK operates a wholly-owned French subsidiary, Calais Computers, that assembles and sells NTK computers throughout Europe. Calais Computers imports microprocessors from Intel, at a cost of $512 per unit at the current exchange rate of $1.60 per euro. The projected operating cash flow is €7,250.000 per year, which is equivalent to $11,600,000. A Euro depreciation would result in what kind of effect?
- A.
Competitive effect & conversion effect
- B.
Competitive effect only
- C.
Conversion effect only
- D.
There is no effect
Correct Answer
A. Competitive effect & conversion effectExplanation
The competitive effect: a euro depreciation may affect operating cash flow in euros by altering the firm's competitive position in the marketplace.
The conversion effect: a given operating cash flow in euros will be converted into a lower dollar amount after the euro depreciation.Rate this question:
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What type of exposure the two following factors are related? 1). The structure of the markets in which the firm sources its inputs (labor, materials, sells its products). 2). The firm's ability to mitigate the effect of exchange rate changes by adjusting its markets, product mix, and sourcing
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Operating exposure
- B.
Transaction exposure
- C.
Translation exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
A firm's operating exposure is determined by:
1). the structure of the markets in which the firm sources its inputs, such as labor and materials, and sells its products.
2). the firm's ability to mitigate the effect of exchange rate changes by adjusting its markets, product mix, and sourcing.Rate this question:
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Ford Mexicana, a subsidiary of Ford, which imports cars from its US parent and distributes them in Mexico. It the US Dollar appreciates against Mexican Peso, Ford Mexicana's costs go up in Peso terms. Whether this creates operating exposure for Ford critically depends on the structure of the car market in Mexico. If Ford Mexicana faces competition from domestic carmakers, is Ford parent firm to a high degree of operating exposure?
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
If Ford Mexicana faces competition from domestic carmakers whose Peso costs did not rise, it will not be able to raise the Peso price of imported Ford cars without risking a major reduction in sales. Facing a high domestic demand for its products, Ford Mexicana cannot let an exchange rate pass-through happen with regard to the peso price. As a result, an appreciation of the dollar will squeeze the profit of Ford Mexicana, subjecting the parent firm to a high degree of operating exposure.Rate this question:
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Ford Mexicana, a subsidiary of Ford, which imports cars from its US parent and distributes them in Mexico. It the US Dollar appreciates against Mexican Peso, Ford Mexicana's costs go up in Peso terms. Whether this creates operating exposure for Ford critically depends on the structure of the car market in Mexico. Consider the case in which Ford Mexicana faces import competition only from other carmakers like General Motors and Chrysler, is Ford parent firm to a high degree of operating exposure?
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Since the Peso costs of those other imported cars will be affected by a dollar appreciation, in the same manner, the competitive position of Ford Mexicana will not be adversely affected. Under this market structure, the dollar appreciation is likely to be reflected in higher Peso prices of imported cars pretty quickly. As a result, Ford will be able to better maintain its dollar profit, without being subject to a major operating exposureRate this question:
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What are the three major types of foreign currency exposures?
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Economic, transaction, and translation exposures
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Economic, transaction, and asset exposures
- C.
Operating, asset, and transaction exposures
- D.
Economic, operating, and translation exposures
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A. Economic, transaction, and translation exposuresExplanation
The three major types of foreign currency exposures are economic, transaction, and translation exposures. Economic exposure refers to the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on a company's future cash flows and overall competitiveness. Transaction exposure refers to the risk associated with specific transactions denominated in foreign currencies, such as imports or exports. Translation exposure refers to the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on the financial statements of a company's foreign subsidiaries.Rate this question:
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All the following are foreign currency exposures, except:
- A.
Politic exposure
- B.
Economic exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Translation exposure
Correct Answer
A. Politic exposureExplanation
The correct answer is "Politic exposure" because political exposure is not a recognized term in the field of foreign currency exposures. The other options - economic exposure, transaction exposure, and translation exposure - are all well-known types of foreign currency exposures. Economic exposure refers to the impact of currency fluctuations on a company's overall financial performance. Transaction exposure refers to the risk of loss from a specific foreign currency transaction. Translation exposure refers to the impact of currency fluctuations on the financial statements of a multinational company.Rate this question:
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Complete pass-through, no pass-through, and partial pass-through are strategies related to which of foreign currency exposure?
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Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Facing exchange rate changes, a firm may choose one of the following three pricing strategies:
1) pass the cost shock fully to its selling prices (complete pass-through).
2) fully absorb the shock to keep its selling prices unaltered (no pass-through). 3) adopt some combination of the strategies described above (partial pass-through)Rate this question:
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All of the following are strategies for managing operating exposure, except:
- A.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- B.
Flexible sourcing policy
- C.
Diversification of the market
- D.
Product standardization and R&D efforts
Correct Answer
D. Product standardization and R&D effortsExplanation
1 - Selecting low-cost production sites
2 - Flexible sourcing policy
3 - Diversification of the market
4 - Product DIFFERENTIATION and R&D effortsRate this question:
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All of the following are strategies for managing operating exposure, except:
- A.
Assess strategic plan impact
- B.
Financial hedging
- C.
Diversification of the market
- D.
Flexible sourcing policy
Correct Answer
A. Assess strategic plan impactExplanation
1 - Selecting low-cost production sites
2 - Flexible sourcing policy
3 - Diversification of the market
4 - Product diferentiation and R&D effortsRate this question:
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All of the following are strategies for managing operating exposure, except:
- A.
Selecting high-cost production sites
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Financial hedging
- C.
Diversification of the market
- D.
Flexible sourcing policy
Correct Answer
A. Selecting high-cost production sitesExplanation
1 - Selecting LOW-cost production sites
2 - Flexible sourcing policy
3 - Diversification of the market
4 - Product diferentiation and R&D effortsRate this question:
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When the domestic currency is strong or expected to become strong, eroding the competitive position of the firm, it can choose to locate production facilities in a foreign country where costs are low due to either the undervalued currency or underpriced factors of production. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
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Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Selecting low-cost production site is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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When the domestic currency is strong or expected to become strong, eroding the competitive position of the firm, it can choose to locate production facilities in a foreign country where costs are low due to either the undervalued currency or underpriced factors of production. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
- A.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- B.
Flexible sourcing policy
- C.
Diversification of the market
- D.
Product diferentiation and R&D efforts
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A. Selecting low-cost production sitesExplanation
Selecting low-cost production sites
When the domestic currency is strong or expected to become strong, eroding the competitive position of the firm, it can choose to locate production facilities in a foreign country where costs are low due to either the undervalued currency or underpriced factors of production.Rate this question:
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Even if the firm has manufacturing facilities only in the domestic country, it can substantially lessen the effect of exchange rate changes by sourcing from where input costs are low. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
- A.
Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Translation exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Flexible sourcing policy is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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Even if the firm has manufacturing facilities only in the domestic country, it can substantially lessen the effect of exchange rate changes by sourcing from where input costs are low. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
- A.
Flexible sourcing policy
- B.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- C.
Diversification of the market
- D.
Product diferentiation and R&D efforts
Correct Answer
A. Flexible sourcing policyExplanation
Flexible sourcing policy
Even if the firm has manufacturing facilities only in the domestic country, it can substantially lessen the effect of exchange rate changes by sourcing from where input costs are low. When the dollar is strong against most major currencies, multinational firms often purchase materials and components from low-cost foreign suppliersRate this question:
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Firms can hire low-cost guest workers from foreign countries instead of high-cost domestic workers in order to be competitive. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
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Operating exposure
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Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Flexible sourcing policy is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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Firms can hire low-cost guest workers from foreign countries instead of high-cost domestic workers in order to be competitive. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
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Flexible sourcing policy
- B.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- C.
Diversification of the market
- D.
Product diferentiation and R&D efforts
Correct Answer
A. Flexible sourcing policyExplanation
Flexible sourcing policy
Even if the firm has manufacturing facilities only in the domestic country, it can substantially lessen the effect of exchange rate changes by sourcing from where input costs are low.
When the dollar is strong against most major currencies, multinational firms often purchase materials and components from low-cost foreign suppliers
Firms can hire low-cost guest workers from foreign countries instead of high-cost domestic workers in order to be competitive.Rate this question:
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A way of dealing with foreign exchange exposure is geographically diversification of the firm's sales pattern. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
- A.
Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Diversification of the market is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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A way of dealing with foreign exchange exposure is geographically diversification of the firm's sales pattern. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
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Diversification of the market
- B.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- C.
Flexible sourcing policy
- D.
Product diferentiation and R&D efforts
Correct Answer
A. Diversification of the marketExplanation
Diversification of the market
Another way of dealing with foreign exchange exposure is diversification of the market - that is, geographically diversification of the firm's sales pattern.Rate this question:
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A firm can reduce currency exposure by diversifying across different business lines. The idea is that although each individual business may be exposed to exchange risk to some degree, the firm as a whole may not face a significant exposure. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
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Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Diversification of the market is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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A firm can reduce currency exposure by diversifying across different business lines. The idea is that although each individual business may be exposed to exchange risk to some degree, the firm as a whole may not face a significant exposure. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
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Diversification of the market
- B.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- C.
Flexible sourcing policy
- D.
Product diferentiation and R&D efforts
Correct Answer
A. Diversification of the marketExplanation
Diversification of the market
A way of dealing with foreign exchange exposure is geographically diversification of the firm's sales pattern.
A firm can reduce currency exposure by diversifying across different business lines. The idea is that although each individual business may be exposed to exchange risk to some degree, the firm as a whole may not face a significant exposure.Rate this question:
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Investment in certain activities can allow the firm to maintain and strengthen its competitive position in the face of adverse exchange rate movements. Successfully efforts allow the firm to cut costs and enhance productivity. In addition those efforts can lead to the introduction of new and unique products, which tends to be highly inelastic (i.e. price insensitive), the firm would be less exposed to exchange risk. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
- A.
Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Product differentiation and R&D efforts is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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Investment in certain activities can allow the firm to maintain and strengthen its competitive position in the face of adverse exchange rate movements. Successfully efforts allow the firm to cut costs and enhance productivity. In addition those efforts can lead to the introduction of new and unique products, which tends to be highly inelastic (i.e. price insensitive), the firm would be less exposed to exchange risk. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
- A.
Product differentiation and R&D efforts
- B.
Financial hedging
- C.
Flexible sourcing policy
- D.
Diversification of the market
Correct Answer
A. Product differentiation and R&D effortsExplanation
Product differentiation and R&D efforts
Investment in R&D activities can allow the firm to maintain and strengthen its competitive position in the face of adverse exchange rate movements. Successful R&D efforts allow the firm to cut costs and enhance productivity. In addition, R&D efforts can lead to the introduction of new and unique products for which competitors offer no close substitutes. Since the demand for unique products tends to be highly inelastic (i.e. price insensitive), the firm would be less exposed to exchange risk.
At the same time, the firm can strive to create a perception among consumers that its product is, indeed, different from those offered by competitors. Once the firm's product acquires a unique identity, its demand is less likely to be price sensitive.Rate this question:
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Investment in certain activities can lead to the introduction of new and unique products. The firm can strive to create a perception among consumers that its product is, indeed, different from those offered by competitors. Once the firm's product acquires a unique identity, its demand is less likely to be price sensitive. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
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Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Transaction exposure
- D.
Asset exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Product differentiation and R&D efforts is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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Investment in certain activities can lead to the introduction of new and unique products. The firm can strive to create a perception among consumers that its product is, indeed, different from those offered by competitors. Once the firm's product acquires a unique identity, its demand is less likely to be price sensitive. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
- A.
Product differentiation and R&D efforts
- B.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- C.
Financial hedging
- D.
Diversification of the market
Correct Answer
A. Product differentiation and R&D effortsExplanation
Product differentiation and R&D efforts
Investment in R&D activities can allow the firm to maintain and strengthen its competitive position in the face of adverse exchange rate movements. Successful R&D efforts allow the firm to cut costs and enhance productivity. In addition, R&D efforts can lead to the introduction of new and unique products for which competitors offer no close substitutes. Since the demand for unique products tends to be highly inelastic (i.e. price insensitive), the firm would be less exposed to exchange risk.
At the same time, the firm can strive to create a perception among consumers that its product is, indeed, different from those offered by competitors. Once the firm's product acquires a unique identity, its demand is less likely to be price sensitive.Rate this question:
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This strategy can be used to stabilize the firm's cash flows. The firm can lend or borrow foreign currencies on a long-term basis. Or, the firm can use currency forward or options contracts and roll them over, if necessary. This is a strategy related to what type of foreign currency exposure?
- A.
Operating exposure
- B.
Translation exposure
- C.
Asset exposure
- D.
Diversification of the market exposure
Correct Answer
A. Operating exposureExplanation
Financial hedging is a strategy to mitigate operating exposure.Rate this question:
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This strategy can be used to stabilize the firm's cash flows. The firm can lend or borrow foreign currencies on a long-term basis. Or, the firm can use currency forward or options contracts and roll them over, if necessary. What type of strategy to mitigate operating exposure is this scenario related to?
- A.
Financial hedging
- B.
Selecting low-cost production sites
- C.
Flexible sourcing policy
- D.
Diversification of the market
Correct Answer
A. Financial hedgingExplanation
Financial hedging
Financial hedging can be used to stabilize the firm's cash flows. For example, the firm can lend or borrow foreign currencies on a long-term basis. Or, the firm can use currency forward or options contracts and roll them over, if necessary.Rate this question:
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Refers to corporate investment when the corporation that makes the investment is foreign-owned. Usually it is done by multinational enterprise.
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Foreign direct investment
- B.
Portfolio investment
- C.
Foreign indirect investment
- D.
International trade
Correct Answer
A. Foreign direct investmentExplanation
Foreign direct investment refers to a corporate investment made by a foreign-owned corporation. This type of investment is typically done by multinational enterprises. It involves the direct ownership or control of assets in a foreign country, such as the establishment of subsidiaries or the acquisition of existing businesses. Unlike portfolio investment, which involves the purchase of stocks and bonds, foreign direct investment allows for a more active role in managing and operating the invested assets. This distinction sets it apart from foreign indirect investment, which involves investing in foreign assets through intermediaries. International trade, on the other hand, refers to the exchange of goods and services between countries.Rate this question:
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All of the following are reasons to invest overseas, except:
- A.
Product benefits
- B.
Imperfect labour market
- C.
Intangible assets
- D.
Trade barriers
Correct Answer
A. Product benefitsExplanation
Factors that are important in firms' decisions to invest overseas:
- Trade barriers
- Imperfect labour market
- Intangible assets
- Vertical integration
- Product life cycle
- Shareholder diversification servicesRate this question:
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All of the following are reasons to invest overseas, except:
- A.
Labor market perfection
- B.
Shareholder diversification services
- C.
Product life cycle
- D.
Intangible assets
Correct Answer
A. Labor market perfectionExplanation
Factors that are important in firms' decisions to invest overseas:
- Trade barriers
- Imperfect labour market
- Intangible assets
- Vertical integration
- Product life cycle
- Shareholder diversification servicesRate this question:
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All of the following are reasons to invest overseas, except:
- A.
Shareholder standardization services
- B.
Trade barriers
- C.
Vertical integration
- D.
Imperfect labour market
Correct Answer
A. Shareholder standardization servicesExplanation
Factors that are important in firms' decisions to invest overseas:
- Trade barriers
- Imperfect labour market
- Intangible assets
- Vertical integration
- Product life cycle
- Shareholder diversification servicesRate this question:
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Tarifs, which are essentially taxes on imports imposed by the destination nation, is related too what reason to invest overseas?
- A.
Trade Barriers
- B.
Intangible assets
- C.
Vertical integration
- D.
Product life cycle
Correct Answer
A. Trade BarriersExplanation
Trade barriers, such as tariffs, are taxes imposed on imports by the destination nation. These barriers can make it more expensive for companies to sell their products in foreign markets, which can discourage investment overseas. Therefore, the reason to invest overseas that is related to tariffs is trade barriers.Rate this question:
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Samsung wanted to build production facilities for its consumer electronics products to serve North American markets. Samsung chose to locate its production facilities in Mexico, rather than in Canada or United States mainly because it wanted to take advantage of the lower costs of labour in Mexico. This is an example of:
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Imperfect labour market
- B.
Trade barriers
- C.
Intangible assets
- D.
Vertical integration
Correct Answer
A. Imperfect labour marketExplanation
Samsung's decision to locate its production facilities in Mexico instead of Canada or the United States suggests that it wanted to take advantage of the lower labor costs in Mexico. This indicates that there is an imperfection in the labor market, as the availability and cost of labor differ across countries. If the labor market was perfectly efficient, Samsung would have chosen the location solely based on other factors such as proximity to markets or availability of resources, rather than labor costs. Therefore, the correct answer is "Imperfect labor market."Rate this question:
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Coca-cola has invested in bottling plants all over the world rather than licensing local firms to produce Coke. Coca-Cola chose FDI as a mode of entry into foreign markets for an obvious reason - it wanted to protect the formula for its famed soft drink. This is an example of:
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Intangible asset
- B.
Tangible asset
- C.
Trade barrier
- D.
Product life-cycle
Correct Answer
A. Intangible assetExplanation
The correct answer is "Intangible asset" because Coca-Cola's decision to invest in bottling plants worldwide instead of licensing local firms was driven by the need to protect the formula for its soft drink, which is an intangible asset. By maintaining control over the production process, Coca-Cola can ensure the secrecy and exclusivity of its formula, which gives it a competitive advantage in the market.Rate this question:
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Multinational corporations (MNC) may undertake overseas investment projects in a foreign country despite the fact that local firms may enjoy inherent advantages. This implies that MNCs have significant advantages over local firms. The basis of the advantages that MNCs hold are generally referred to as their...
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Intangible assets
- B.
Tangible assets
- C.
Product life cycle
- D.
Vertical integration
Correct Answer
A. Intangible assetsExplanation
MNCs may choose to invest in foreign countries even when local firms have inherent advantages because MNCs possess significant advantages in the form of intangible assets. These assets include intellectual property, brand reputation, technology, and knowledge. These intangible assets give MNCs a competitive edge over local firms as they can leverage their expertise and resources to compete effectively in foreign markets. Additionally, intangible assets can be difficult for competitors to replicate, providing MNCs with long-term sustainable advantages. Therefore, the correct answer is intangible assets.Rate this question:
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Examples of intangible assets include all of the following, except:
- A.
Greenfield investments
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Technology
- C.
Marketing know-how
- D.
Superior R&D
Correct Answer
A. Greenfield investmentsExplanation
Greenfield investments are not examples of intangible assets because they refer to the establishment of a new business or project in a foreign country, typically involving physical assets such as land, buildings, and equipment. On the other hand, intangible assets are non-physical assets that provide long-term value to a company, such as technology, marketing know-how, and superior research and development capabilities.Rate this question:
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Examples of intangible assets include all of the following, except:
- A.
Reduced labour costs
- B.
Managerial know-how
- C.
Brand power
- D.
Superior R&D capabilities
Correct Answer
A. Reduced labour costsExplanation
Reduced labour costs are not considered intangible assets because they are a tangible benefit that can be measured and quantified. Intangible assets, on the other hand, are non-physical assets that cannot be physically touched or measured, such as intellectual property, brand reputation, or knowledge and expertise.Rate this question:
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Suppose Royal Shell purchases a significant portion of crude oil for its refinery facilities from Saudi oil company that owns the oil fields. If the Saudi company has stronger bargaining power, Royal Shell may be forced to pay a higher price than i would like to. The conflict between the upstream and downstream firms can be resolved through...
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Vertical integration
- B.
Intangible asset
- C.
Horizontal integration
- D.
Trade barriers
Correct Answer
A. Vertical integrationExplanation
Vertical integration refers to the strategy of a company expanding its operations by acquiring or merging with firms at different stages of the supply chain. In this scenario, Royal Shell can resolve the conflict between the upstream (Saudi oil company) and downstream (Royal Shell's refinery facilities) firms by vertically integrating. By acquiring the Saudi oil company, Royal Shell would have control over the oil fields, eliminating the need to negotiate and pay a higher price for crude oil. This would give Royal Shell more control over its supply chain and potentially reduce costs, ensuring a more favorable position in bargaining with suppliers.Rate this question:
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Multinational corporations (MNCs) undertake FDI in countries where inputs are available in order to secure their supply at a stable price. MNCs have significant control over the input market, this creates a barrier to entry to the industry. This strategic movement is called:
- A.
Vertical integration
- B.
Horizontal integration
- C.
Internalization theory
- D.
Product life-cycle theory
Correct Answer
A. Vertical integrationExplanation
Vertical integration is the correct answer because it refers to the strategic movement of a company to control multiple stages of the production process, including the inputs and the distribution channels. By undertaking FDI in countries where inputs are available, MNCs can secure their supply at a stable price and have significant control over the input market. This allows them to create a barrier to entry for other competitors in the industry.Rate this question:
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- 46.
All of the following are foreign direct investment, except:
- A.
Bond
- B.
Greenfield investment
- C.
Merge
- D.
Aquisition
Correct Answer
A. BondExplanation
A bond is not considered foreign direct investment because it involves lending money to a company or government, rather than acquiring ownership or control over a foreign business entity. Foreign direct investment typically involves a company from one country making a substantial investment in a foreign country, such as establishing a new subsidiary (greenfield investment), merging with an existing foreign company, or acquiring a foreign company. Bonds, on the other hand, are debt instruments that provide fixed income to the bondholder but do not involve ownership or control.Rate this question:
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- 47.
It is a kind of foreign direct investment and involve building a new production facility in a foreign country.
- A.
Greenfield investment
- B.
Merge
- C.
Acquisition
- D.
IPO
Correct Answer
A. Greenfield investmentExplanation
A greenfield investment refers to the establishment of a new production facility in a foreign country. This type of investment involves starting from scratch and building the facility from the ground up. It is a form of foreign direct investment where a company enters a new market by investing in infrastructure, land, and equipment to create a new business entity. Unlike mergers or acquisitions, which involve buying existing companies, a greenfield investment allows the investing company to have full control over the operations and decision-making processes of the new facility.Rate this question:
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- 48.
The following is obtained when the value of the combined firm is greater than the stand-alone valuations of the individual firms, in a cross-border acquisition.
- A.
Synergistic gains
- B.
Synergistic profit
- C.
Synergistic revenue
- D.
Synergistic loss
Correct Answer
A. Synergistic gainsExplanation
In a cross-border acquisition, when the value of the combined firm is greater than the stand-alone valuations of the individual firms, it indicates synergistic gains. This means that the merged company is able to achieve greater value and benefits by combining their resources, expertise, and market presence. The synergistic gains can result from cost savings, increased market share, improved efficiency, access to new markets, or enhanced product offerings. It signifies the positive impact and value created through the merger or acquisition.Rate this question:
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- 49.
Depending on the manner in which firms are affected, political risk can be classified into three types. Which of the following is not a type of political risk?
- A.
Management risk
- B.
Transfer risk
- C.
Operational risk
- D.
Control risk
Correct Answer
A. Management riskExplanation
The question asks for the type of political risk that is not included in the given options. The options provided are transfer risk, operational risk, and control risk. The correct answer is management risk, as it is not listed as one of the types of political risk. Therefore, management risk is not a type of political risk.Rate this question:
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Depending on the incidence, political risk can be classified in two types:
- A.
Macro-risk & Micro-risk
- B.
Macro-risk & Medium-risk
- C.
Transfer risk & Operational risk
- D.
Control risk & Management risk
Correct Answer
A. Macro-risk & Micro-riskExplanation
Political risk refers to the potential for political events or decisions to negatively impact businesses or investments. Macro-risk refers to risks that affect an entire country or region, such as changes in government policies or regulations. Micro-risk, on the other hand, refers to risks that are specific to individual companies or industries, such as labor strikes or expropriation of assets. Therefore, the correct answer is Macro-risk & Micro-risk as it accurately describes the two types of political risks based on their scope and impact.Rate this question:
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