For each of the main foreign currencies used by the MNC, describe the level of volatility of the currency and the level of government intervention, if any. How have these factors influenced the MNC’s business, especially over the past financial year?

Analysing a Multinational Corporation

QUESTIONS

1. For each of the main foreign currencies used by the MNC, describe the level of volatility of the currency and the level of government intervention, if any. How have these factors influenced the MNC’s business, especially over the past financial year? (6 marks)

2. Using actual rates for the main currencies where the MNC conducts international business illustrate and determine if any type of arbitrage is possible (locational, triangular and covered interest). (9 marks)

Details:

The corporation of interest is General electric.

Provide an excel spreadsheet if possible.

Provide references.