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Maschinenbau Arrau AG (A)

By Lee Remmers
Published 01 Jan 1986
Reference 1986
Topic Economics & Finance
Industry Financial Services,  Investment Management
Region Europe
Length 11 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

Describes foreign currency hedging and the choice of hedging methods.

Teaching objectives

To recognise currency exposure and the various methods of risk management.

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