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Understanding the geographical environment is essential for marketing strategy when entering the U.S. market.
Understanding the geographical environment is essential for marketing strategy when entering the U.S. market.
True
Geographical characteristics of the market do not significantly influence international marketing decisions.
Geographical characteristics of the market do not significantly influence international marketing decisions.
False
In high risk countries, the marketing environment is similar to that of low risk countries.
In high risk countries, the marketing environment is similar to that of low risk countries.
False
Consumers in developed nations are generally more quality conscious compared to those in developing nations.
Consumers in developed nations are generally more quality conscious compared to those in developing nations.
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Demographical variables have little to no impact on marketing strategies.
Demographical variables have little to no impact on marketing strategies.
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An absolute quota allows unlimited foreign products to be imported without restrictions.
An absolute quota allows unlimited foreign products to be imported without restrictions.
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A tariff quota permits a limited quantity of imported goods at a higher duty rate once the quota is exceeded.
A tariff quota permits a limited quantity of imported goods at a higher duty rate once the quota is exceeded.
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Communism advocates for private ownership of all resources and production.
Communism advocates for private ownership of all resources and production.
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Financial regulations in international trade can include exchange controls that limit currency taken abroad.
Financial regulations in international trade can include exchange controls that limit currency taken abroad.
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Multiple exchange rates aim to discourage the import of certain goods while encouraging others.
Multiple exchange rates aim to discourage the import of certain goods while encouraging others.
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Study Notes
Geographical Environment
- Firms entering the U.S. market need to understand the geographic characteristics of different regions.
- Marketers should consider the consumer's taste for the product and how it varies geographically.
- A country's overall market potential, including growth opportunities and risk factors, is a key factor in deciding on a marketing strategy.
Market Characteristics
- The world market can be segmented based on factors like market potential, risk levels, and economic development.
- High market potential zones indicate strong opportunities for growth.
- Low risk countries present a more stable and predictable environment for business operations.
- Developed economies tend to have strong purchasing power and quality-conscious consumers.
Political and Legal Environment
- The political environment can significantly influence international marketing decisions, including investment and market development.
- Unstable political systems create uncertainties for foreign businesses.
- A country's attitude toward foreign companies, particularly regarding investment and ownership, can have a major impact on business operations.
Political Risks
- Confiscation: The government takes ownership of a property without compensation.
- Expropriation: The government takes ownership with some compensation, though not always fair.
- Nationalization: The government takes over the ownership and operation of a business.
- Domestication: Foreign companies relinquish control and ownership, either partially or entirely, to national entities.
- General instability risk: Concerns about the future viability of a country's political system.
- Ownership/control risk: The risk that a government may take actions to restrict ownership or control of a subsidiary.
- Operational risk: Uncertainty about potential government restrictions on business operations.
Cultural Environment
- Culture plays a significant role in influencing consumer behavior, including consumption patterns, living styles, and priorities.
- Cultural differences require marketers to adapt their products and marketing strategies to resonate with local preferences.
- Environmental sensitivity: The extent to which products require adaptation to different national markets due to cultural considerations.
- Self-reference criterion (SRC): The tendency to unconsciously refer back to one's own cultural values when interpreting overseas events.
Types of Cultures
- High-context cultures: Communication is indirect, and context plays a critical role in conveying the message.
- Low-context cultures: Communication is explicit, and the verbal message carries most of the information.
Financial Control
- Financial regulations are used to restrict international trade and control capital flows.
- Exchange control: Limiting the amount of currency that can be taken abroad.
- Multiple exchange rates: Encouraging exports and imports of certain goods while discouraging others.
- Prior import deposits and credit restriction: Financial barriers that impose limitations on importers.
Economic Systems
- Communism: All resources are owned and shared by the people, with the government controlling productive resources and industries.
- Socialism: A mix of private and government ownership, with some government control over factors of production.
- Capitalism: Businesses are privately owned, and individuals have more control over factors of production.
Market Restrictions
- Absolute quota: Strictest form of quota, limiting imported quantities during a specific period.
- Tariff quota: Allows a limited quantity of a product to be imported at a reduced duty rate, with higher rates for amounts exceeding the quota.
- Voluntary quota: A formal agreement between nations or an industry and a nation, setting limits on imports by product, country, and volume.
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Test your knowledge on the geographical, market, and political factors that influence international marketing strategies. Understand how different regions and their characteristics can impact consumer behavior and market potential. This quiz covers key concepts in evaluating opportunities and risks in global markets.
