Financial Markets: The Bond Market

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What was the primary reason for Nike's rapid growth in the early years?

  • Outsourcing production to suppliers in low-cost regions (correct)
  • Strong focus on sustainability and environmental management
  • Implementation of ESG-linked bonds in their supply chain
  • Adoption of a comprehensive auditing system

What was the outcome of the 1996 Life magazine story on Nike?

  • Eunyoung Cho was appointed as the CEO of Nike
  • ESG-linked bonds were introduced to the market
  • The company's reputation was severely damaged (correct)
  • Nike's stock prices surged

What is the primary objective of sustainable finance in the bond market?

  • To promote bribery and corruption in the financial sector
  • To increase profitability for bond issuers
  • To align bond issuance with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (correct)
  • To reduce the importance of ESG factors in investment decisions

What is the term for bonds that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

<p>ESG-linked bonds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author associated with the topic of Financial Markets and the Bond Market?

<p>Eunyoung Cho (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the 1996 Life magazine story on Nike's supply chain?

<p>It prompted efforts to improve working conditions and transparency (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge faced by companies that outsource production to low-cost regions?

<p>Maintaining transparency and proper working conditions in the supply chain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the trend observed in the issuance of ESG-linked bonds?

<p>A significant increase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of companies adopting sustainable finance practices?

<p>Improved public perception and reputation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Environmental Management in the context of sustainable finance?

<p>To reduce carbon intensity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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