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Assume that a bank has assets located in Germany worth €360 million earning an average of 9 percent. It also holds €280 in liabilities and pays an average of 6 percent per year. The current spot rate is €1.50 for $1. If the exchange rate at the end of the year is €2.00 for $1:
What is the effect of the exchange rate change on the net interest margin (interest received minus interest paid) in dollars from its foreign assets and liabilities? Net interest margin is reduced by
What is the effect of the exchange rate change on the value of the assets and liabilities in dollars? Assets declined by _____ million and liabilities by ____ million, net worth declined by ____ million using current spot rates