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What is the primary goal of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act?
What is the primary goal of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act?
What does the Volcker Rule prohibit banks from engaging in?
What does the Volcker Rule prohibit banks from engaging in?
How did the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act affect the Dodd-Frank Act?
How did the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act affect the Dodd-Frank Act?
What is the purpose of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau established by the Dodd-Frank Act?
What is the purpose of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau established by the Dodd-Frank Act?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of OTC derivatives trading according to the Dodd-Frank Act?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of OTC derivatives trading according to the Dodd-Frank Act?
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What is a key advantage of flexible exchange rates?
What is a key advantage of flexible exchange rates?
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Which of the following is NOT a category of the current account?
Which of the following is NOT a category of the current account?
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What does a currency depreciation typically result in?
What does a currency depreciation typically result in?
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What is considered the best safeguard against crises in an international monetary system?
What is considered the best safeguard against crises in an international monetary system?
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Which option describes a potential disadvantage of flexible exchange rates?
Which option describes a potential disadvantage of flexible exchange rates?
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Which type of income is associated with payments and receipts of interests and dividends?
Which type of income is associated with payments and receipts of interests and dividends?
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What is the purpose of balance of payments accounting?
What is the purpose of balance of payments accounting?
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What might short-term speculative capital inflows lead to in fixed exchange rate regimes?
What might short-term speculative capital inflows lead to in fixed exchange rate regimes?
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What is the initial effect of depreciation on imports and exports?
What is the initial effect of depreciation on imports and exports?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the capital account?
Which of the following is NOT included in the capital account?
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What is the consequence of an increase in exports after depreciation?
What is the consequence of an increase in exports after depreciation?
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Which category of the financial account involves acquiring control of a foreign business?
Which category of the financial account involves acquiring control of a foreign business?
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What happens when a foreign entity purchases American assets?
What happens when a foreign entity purchases American assets?
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Which of the following transactions is classified under 'other investment'?
Which of the following transactions is classified under 'other investment'?
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How does depreciation initially affect the trade balance?
How does depreciation initially affect the trade balance?
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What are 'one-time capital transfers' associated with?
What are 'one-time capital transfers' associated with?
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What factor contributed to the East Asian financial crisis?
What factor contributed to the East Asian financial crisis?
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What was a consequence of Argentina's pegging of the peso to the U.S. dollar?
What was a consequence of Argentina's pegging of the peso to the U.S. dollar?
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Which of the following was NOT a factor in the origins of the Argentine peso crisis?
Which of the following was NOT a factor in the origins of the Argentine peso crisis?
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What was a result of Japan's recession on neighboring countries during the East Asian financial crisis?
What was a result of Japan's recession on neighboring countries during the East Asian financial crisis?
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What condition is necessary for the renminbi to gain global prominence?
What condition is necessary for the renminbi to gain global prominence?
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Which of these factors did NOT lead to the economic downturn in Argentina after the initial growth period?
Which of these factors did NOT lead to the economic downturn in Argentina after the initial growth period?
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How did fixed exchange rates contribute to financial crises?
How did fixed exchange rates contribute to financial crises?
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What was the impact of the Convertibility Law on Argentina's economy initially?
What was the impact of the Convertibility Law on Argentina's economy initially?
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How many USD can be obtained by converting 100 million yen at an exchange rate of 130 USD/yen?
How many USD can be obtained by converting 100 million yen at an exchange rate of 130 USD/yen?
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What is the return on investment in US bonds after one year if the initial amount is 769.231 USD and the interest rate is 3%?
What is the return on investment in US bonds after one year if the initial amount is 769.231 USD and the interest rate is 3%?
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What is the gross receipts amount when repaying the yen loan in USD after one year?
What is the gross receipts amount when repaying the yen loan in USD after one year?
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When investing in short-term bonds, why is the risk considered lower compared to long-term bonds?
When investing in short-term bonds, why is the risk considered lower compared to long-term bonds?
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What is the total cost of repaying the yen loan after six months under a new interest rate?
What is the total cost of repaying the yen loan after six months under a new interest rate?
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How will a sudden increase in interest rates typically affect bond prices?
How will a sudden increase in interest rates typically affect bond prices?
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Which factor is considered a potential risk for carry trades related to changing regulations or taxations in foreign countries?
Which factor is considered a potential risk for carry trades related to changing regulations or taxations in foreign countries?
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What is the primary goal of strengthening corporate governance as outlined in the document?
What is the primary goal of strengthening corporate governance as outlined in the document?
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According to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which section explicitly requires companies to assess internal controls?
According to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which section explicitly requires companies to assess internal controls?
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What was a significant outcome of the Cadbury Code of Best Practice?
What was a significant outcome of the Cadbury Code of Best Practice?
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Which of the following is a key aspect of the reforms aimed at enhancing corporate governance?
Which of the following is a key aspect of the reforms aimed at enhancing corporate governance?
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What impact does Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act have on small companies?
What impact does Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act have on small companies?
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Why have some foreign companies chosen to list their shares outside of the U.S.?
Why have some foreign companies chosen to list their shares outside of the U.S.?
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The Sarbanes-Oxley Act was enacted primarily in response to what issue?
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act was enacted primarily in response to what issue?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the SEC as mentioned in the document?
Which of the following best describes the role of the SEC as mentioned in the document?
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Study Notes
International Financial Management
- Case Study 1: Students are required to read case study 1 and teaching notes in preparation for the following week, and should also review the provided video materials and slides.
Major Dimensions of International Finance
- Foreign Exchange Risk: Banks in Japan have become more hawkish (restrictive monetary policy), with interest rates near zero for the past two years.
- Japanese Yen Depreciation: The Japanese market experienced a 20% increase in value but the Japanese Yen decreased significantly against the Euro.
- Arbitrage and Hedging: Hedging is a type of risk management used to minimize risks, such as currency fluctuations, or market events.
- Speculative Funds: Speculative funds, such as LTCM, engage in risky arbitrage strategies but can fail.
- US vs Japanese Investor Perspective: Japanese investors are not concerned about currency fluctuations while US investors are heavily affected.
- Macro Factors: Policies, such as dovish or hawkish financial policies, influence exchange rates.
- Depreciation vs Devaluation: Depreciation is a decline in currency value due to market forces while devaluation is a planned reduction in currency value by a government.
- Carry Trade: borrowing a currency with a low-interest rate to invest in a currency with a higher-interest rate to capitalize on the interest rate difference.
- Shorting: borrowing to purchase then sell an asset, using the difference in cost.
Currency Trade
- Understanding Carry Trade: Borrowing at a lower interest rate in one currency and investing it in a currency with a higher interest rate, thus profiting from the difference in interest rates.
- Exchange Rates and Investments: The return on an investment in US bonds is calculated for a one-year period.
- Calculating Financial Returns: Calculating the net profit or loss on an investment considering interest paid and received, and initial investment.
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This quiz focuses on International Financial Management, particularly analyzing the major dimensions of international finance such as foreign exchange risk, currency fluctuations, and speculative funds. Students will engage with case studies and video materials to enhance their understanding of these concepts.
