Questions from International Business


Q: Why has the government of Saudi Arabia decided to sell shares of

Why has the government of Saudi Arabia decided to sell shares of Saudi Aramco? What benefits does the decision offer the country?

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Q: During the mid-1990s, the IMF wanted Russia to raise

During the mid-1990s, the IMF wanted Russia to raise tax rates, close loopholes in the tax system, and cut public spending. Russia was unable to do this. Why?

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Q: In the early 2000s Russia cut tax rates for individuals and corporations

In the early 2000s Russia cut tax rates for individuals and corporations, and government tax revenues surged. Why? Does this result suggest that the IMF policy prescriptions were wrong?

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Q: In the 1980s a stronger dollar hurt Caterpillar’s competitive position, but

In the 1980s a stronger dollar hurt Caterpillar’s competitive position, but in 2008 a stronger dollar did not seem to have the same effect. What had changed?

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Q: Who is harmed by this action? Who might benefit?

Who is harmed by this action? Who might benefit?

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Q: How did Caterpillar use strategy as a “real hedge” to

How did Caterpillar use strategy as a “real hedge” to reduce its exposure to foreign exchange risk? What is the downside of its approach?

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Q: Explain the difference between transaction exposure and translation exposure using the material

Explain the difference between transaction exposure and translation exposure using the material in the Caterpillar case to illustrate your answer.

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Q: How has Swatch capitalized on cultural diversity in its product line?

How has Swatch capitalized on cultural diversity in its product line?

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Q: Do you own a Swatch? What attracted you to the watch

Do you own a Swatch? What attracted you to the watch you chose? Discuss the appeal of Swatch. How has the company managed to bridge age, gender, national, and other differences?

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Q: What are the benefits of listing Saudi Aramco on a larger exchange

What are the benefits of listing Saudi Aramco on a larger exchange like the NYSE rather than the local exchange?

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