a) Explain TWO (2) disadvantages using forward contract to hedge
the exchange rate risk. (150 words)
b) Why it is not suitable to use ROA and ROE to measure the
performances of financial institutions? (250 words)
What is foreign exchange risk?
What are the causes of foreign exchange risk and what actions
would you take as a financial manager to mitigate the risk?
. Why does Porsche hedge its foreign exchange exposure? Does it
make sense, from the perspective of shareholders, for Porsche to
hedge? Does it make sense from management’s perspective? Are there
potential differences in interest between management and
shareholders regarding the hedging policy? 2. Suppose it is end of
November 2007, and Porsche reviews its hedging strategy for the
cash flows it expects to obtain from vehicle sales in North America
during the calendar year 2009. Assume that Porsche entertains...
Critically discuss the importance and techniques of foreign
exchange risk management and evaluate the basic hedging strategies
involved. Use examples with calculations to demonstrate your
knowledge. (500 words)
Describe the hedging policy implemented by GM? 2. What do you
think of GM's foreign exchange hedging polices? Would you advise
any changes?
refer to case study of Foreign Exchange Hedging Strategies at
General Motors