Chapter 10, Problem 18QA

Investors from Japan, Philippines, and China frequently invest in each other based on prevailing interest rates. If China’s interest rates increase, Japanese investors are likely to buy ____ peso denominated securities, and the Chinese yuan is likely to ____ relative to the peso.    A. more; depreciate B. more; appreciate C. fewer; depreciate D. fewer; appreciate

Which of the following factors will NOT increase the value of a currency in foreign markets? A. High inflation in that country B. High interest rates in that country C. A positive balance of payments with that country D. A strong stock market rally in that country

Assume U.S. interest rates are generally above foreign interest rates. What does this suggest about the future strength or weakness of the dollar based on the IFE? Should U.S. investors invest in foreign securities if they believe in the IFE? Should foreign investors invest in U.S. securities if they believe in the IFE?