In the last couple of years the Lebanese banks started to give high interest on Lebanese lira accounts; these interests were at certain point equal to 20% which has never been seen before. John Smith decided to put 60% of his money in Lebanese currency and 40% in US dollar. Such decision is considered by John as * Reducing interest Managing risks Managing problems Seizing the opportunity

In the last couple of years the Lebanese banks started to give high interest on Lebanese lira accounts; these interests were at certain point equal to 20% which has never been seen before. John Smith decided to put 60% of his money in Lebanese currency and 40% in US dollar. Such decision is considered by John as * Reducing interest Managing risks Managing problems Seizing the opportunity

Essentials Of Investments

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Author:Bodie, Zvi, Kane, Alex, MARCUS, Alan J.

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