If the U.S. dollar were to appreciate substantially, what steps could a domestic manufacturer such as Cummins Engine Co. of Columbus, Indiana, take in advance to reduce the effect of the exchange rate fluctuation on company profitability?

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Q: Relative inflation rates affect interest rates, exchange rates, the overall economic health of a…

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Q: Explain why you agree or disagree with each of the following statements: i)        “A nation’s…

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Q: What effect does a weakening in U.S dollar have on Net Income for subsidiaries of U.S companies?

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Currency Market

The currency market, also known as the foreign exchange market, consists of currencies worldwide. This market determines the rate of all currencies based on the buying and selling of forex. It is an over-the-counter market. It is the largest and most liquid market based on trade volume.