If the forward rate is expected to be an unbiased estimate of the future spot rate, and interest rate parity holds, then: a. the international Fisher effect (IFE) is refuted. b. the international Fisher effect (IFE) is supported. c. covered interest arbitrage is feasible. d. the average absolute error from forecasting would equal zero.

If the forward rate is expected to be an unbiased estimate of the future spot rate, and interest rate parity holds, then: a. the international Fisher effect (IFE) is refuted. b. the international Fisher effect (IFE) is supported. c. covered interest arbitrage is feasible. d. the average absolute error from forecasting would equal zero.

International Financial Management

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Chapter9: Forecasting Exchange Rates

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