- The document discusses the case for global investing and diversifying investment portfolios internationally. It notes the growth of markets outside the US and developed world as reasons for global investing.
- It also discusses some of the challenges of international investing like currency risk and political uncertainty. However, fund managers still see benefits from diversifying beyond domestic markets given global economic trends.
- The document provides examples of asset classes and financial instruments available for global investing including stocks, bonds, investment companies and real estate investment trusts.
The document provides an overview of foreign exchange markets, including how currency exchange rates work, major currency traders, factors that influence exchange rates like interest rates and inflation, and concepts like purchasing power parity and interest rate parity. Key points covered include that foreign exchange markets facilitate international trade and investment, the US dollar and euro are the most traded currencies, and currency values can be affected by differences in inflation rates between countries.
The document discusses how investors should allocate to different credit asset classes in the current market environment. It notes that different credit sub-asset classes perform better in different market cycles, with some benefiting from growth periods while others protect capital during downturns. Recently, high yield bonds have seen strong returns but spreads are now close to fair value, so a more dynamic approach across credit quality and regions may be better. Carefully selected absolute return, credit relative value, and multi-class credit strategies could add value going forward.
The document discusses Washington's unfinished fiscal and monetary policy business beyond 2015. On fiscal policy, the federal budget deficit has declined but challenges remain, including the need for tax reform to make the US more competitive. The US has the highest corporate tax rate which puts companies at a disadvantage. While plans exist to lower the rate, offsets must be found. On monetary policy, the Federal Reserve must determine how to normalize interest rates after years of quantitative easing. Changes to both fiscal and monetary policies will likely evolve slowly in the coming years.
This document provides an overview of currency overlay management and contributions from experts in the field. It discusses the growth of cross-border investments exposing more assets to currency risk. Currency overlay aims to limit losses from currency movements while allowing gains. Though initially neglected, currency risk is increasingly managed actively. The document outlines frameworks for determining currency risk exposure and selecting overlay managers. Experts debate issues like hedging strategies and whether active management can generate excess returns. They provide perspectives on currency opportunities and inefficiencies. The conclusion is that both investors and sponsors should increase focus on currency risk and potential returns from active management.
This document discusses global investment options including:
1) Money market securities like T-bills that are very liquid but low return.
2) Fixed income investments like Treasury securities, municipal bonds, corporate bonds that provide regular interest payments but carry various credit risks.
3) International bonds have additional risks from exchange rate fluctuations.
4) Preferred stock provides regular dividends but dividends are not legally guaranteed like bond interest.
The document summarizes the investment case for emerging local debt and Fortis Investments' approach to investing in the asset class. It outlines that local debt offers attractive yields, diversification benefits, and structural changes are increasing its importance. Fortis Investments implements a rigorous investment process focused on macroeconomic assessment, fundamental bond and currency analysis, identifying catalysts, and tight risk control to generate returns in the growing emerging local debt market.
This document discusses key concepts related to investment policy statements and asset allocation. It defines asset allocation as deciding how to distribute wealth among asset classes. The four steps in the portfolio management process are outlined. Asset allocation is identified as the major factor driving portfolio risk and return. Cultural differences can influence asset allocation strategies across countries.
The document provides an overview of the international monetary system, including a history of international monetary arrangements like the gold standard and Bretton Woods system. It discusses the roles of institutions like the IMF, World Bank, and Bank for International Settlements. Key concepts covered include balance of payments, currency exchange rates (fixed vs. floating), currency areas, and special drawing rights. The transition to the euro currency is also summarized.
The document provides an overview of foreign exchange markets, including how currency exchange rates work, major currency traders, factors that influence exchange rates like interest rates and inflation, and concepts like purchasing power parity and interest rate parity. Key points covered include that foreign exchange markets facilitate international trade and investment, the US dollar and euro are the most traded currencies, and currency values can be affected by differences in inflation rates between countries.
The document discusses how investors should allocate to different credit asset classes in the current market environment. It notes that different credit sub-asset classes perform better in different market cycles, with some benefiting from growth periods while others protect capital during downturns. Recently, high yield bonds have seen strong returns but spreads are now close to fair value, so a more dynamic approach across credit quality and regions may be better. Carefully selected absolute return, credit relative value, and multi-class credit strategies could add value going forward.
The document discusses Washington's unfinished fiscal and monetary policy business beyond 2015. On fiscal policy, the federal budget deficit has declined but challenges remain, including the need for tax reform to make the US more competitive. The US has the highest corporate tax rate which puts companies at a disadvantage. While plans exist to lower the rate, offsets must be found. On monetary policy, the Federal Reserve must determine how to normalize interest rates after years of quantitative easing. Changes to both fiscal and monetary policies will likely evolve slowly in the coming years.
This document provides an overview of currency overlay management and contributions from experts in the field. It discusses the growth of cross-border investments exposing more assets to currency risk. Currency overlay aims to limit losses from currency movements while allowing gains. Though initially neglected, currency risk is increasingly managed actively. The document outlines frameworks for determining currency risk exposure and selecting overlay managers. Experts debate issues like hedging strategies and whether active management can generate excess returns. They provide perspectives on currency opportunities and inefficiencies. The conclusion is that both investors and sponsors should increase focus on currency risk and potential returns from active management.
This document discusses global investment options including:
1) Money market securities like T-bills that are very liquid but low return.
2) Fixed income investments like Treasury securities, municipal bonds, corporate bonds that provide regular interest payments but carry various credit risks.
3) International bonds have additional risks from exchange rate fluctuations.
4) Preferred stock provides regular dividends but dividends are not legally guaranteed like bond interest.
The document summarizes the investment case for emerging local debt and Fortis Investments' approach to investing in the asset class. It outlines that local debt offers attractive yields, diversification benefits, and structural changes are increasing its importance. Fortis Investments implements a rigorous investment process focused on macroeconomic assessment, fundamental bond and currency analysis, identifying catalysts, and tight risk control to generate returns in the growing emerging local debt market.
This document discusses key concepts related to investment policy statements and asset allocation. It defines asset allocation as deciding how to distribute wealth among asset classes. The four steps in the portfolio management process are outlined. Asset allocation is identified as the major factor driving portfolio risk and return. Cultural differences can influence asset allocation strategies across countries.
The document provides an overview of the international monetary system, including a history of international monetary arrangements like the gold standard and Bretton Woods system. It discusses the roles of institutions like the IMF, World Bank, and Bank for International Settlements. Key concepts covered include balance of payments, currency exchange rates (fixed vs. floating), currency areas, and special drawing rights. The transition to the euro currency is also summarized.
This document discusses mutual funds and other managed investments. It defines mutual funds as investment vehicles that pool money from shareholders to invest in a portfolio of stocks, bonds, and other securities. The document outlines how mutual fund performance is measured by changes in their net asset value per share. It also describes the various fees and expenses associated with mutual funds and factors investors should consider, such as loads, management fees, and portfolio turnover. The document compares mutual funds to other investment vehicles like closed-end funds, exchange-traded funds, and variable annuities.
The document summarizes research from several studies on international investments. Some key findings include:
1) Value stocks outperformed growth stocks internationally and small stocks outperformed large stocks. Higher returns for value stocks were due to earnings reverting to the mean.
2) Stock returns in most developed countries were higher during expansive monetary periods and lower during restrictive periods, both locally and in the US.
3) Emerging markets provided diversification benefits, especially during US monetary restrictions when they added over 4.5% annually to returns.
4) Foreign real estate provided greater diversification than foreign stocks during periods of high volatility.
The document provides an overview of international financial management concepts including:
- It outlines the contents which will be covered such as the international financial environment, multinational corporations, international trade theories, and the international monetary system.
- It describes key aspects of the international financial system including the interdependence between countries through equity participation, investment, loans, grants, and technical collaborations.
- It discusses how the importance of international financial management has increased for companies and managers as operations have become more global in nature. Understanding both domestic and international markets is essential.
On Thursday, April 27th, 2017, we heard from Windham's own client consultant, Jon Kazarian about best methods and practices for the portfolio construction and evaluation process.
International financial management deals with financial decisions in an international context and considers factors like foreign exchange risk, differing political and legal environments, and currency exposure. It involves using currency derivatives and is more complex than domestic financial management due to these additional risks and considerations. While the overall goal of maximizing shareholder wealth remains the same, international financial management requires navigating multiple accounting standards, banking rules, cultures and currencies across countries.
This document discusses key concepts in bank management including:
- The features of a bank balance sheet including assets like loans and securities, and liabilities like deposits and capital.
- How banks attempt to maximize profits through asset and liability management, managing liquidity, credit risk, and interest rate risk.
- Off-balance sheet activities allow banks to generate fee income but also expose them to additional risks if not properly controlled.
1) The chapter discusses sources of investment returns including income returns from cash flows and returns from changes in the value of investments.
2) It describes how to measure returns such as dollar returns, holding period returns, and annualized returns which allow comparisons over different time periods.
3) Risk is defined as the uncertainty of investment returns and can be measured by the variability of returns using metrics like variance and standard deviation. The higher the risk, the higher the expected return required by investors.
The Wells Fargo Advantage Absolute Return Fund seeks to generate positive returns regardless of market conditions by allocating across stocks, bonds, and alternative strategies. In Q4 2013, the fund had positive returns driven by U.S. and international equities, while fixed income detracted. The portfolio managers maintain a cautious approach and wait for extreme valuations before making large allocation changes between asset classes.
The document provides an overview of the MFS Meridian Global Total Return Fund, a global balanced fund that seeks diversification through a combination of stocks and bonds from developed and emerging markets. The fund aims to achieve competitive risk-adjusted returns through its total return strategy and by combining assets with low correlations. It has a moderate risk profile and typically invests 60% in equities and 40% in debt instruments. The fund uses a disciplined investment approach focused on bottom-up security selection within a global research framework.
An investment is defined as committing funds with the expectation of earning a positive return in the future. It involves sacrificing present consumption for future benefits and always carries some degree of risk that the actual return may be lower than expected. The key elements of any investment are expected return, risk, safety, liquidity, and potential tax benefits. Common avenues of investment include bonds, gold, mutual funds, real assets, equities, insurance policies, and financial derivatives. Factors like current events, currency valuations, production costs, and economic/political uncertainty can influence fluctuations in gold prices over time.
The document discusses international diversification and its benefits. It explains that international diversification reduces total portfolio risk because securities in different countries tend to have low correlations. While international investments carry additional risks like foreign exchange risk, a portfolio manager can decrease overall risk by including global securities that behave differently than domestic holdings. The document also reviews several international investment concepts like purchasing power parity and covered interest arbitrage.
The document discusses credit linked structured products such as credit default swaps, credit linked notes, and collateralized debt obligations. It outlines how these products work through establishing special purpose entities that issue notes or tranches linked to reference credits or portfolios. The products allow for risk transfer and yield enhancement but come with credit, market, and liquidity risks that require careful risk management.
Lebanon Opportunities - May 2016 - BLC Income Fund IMazen Nasser
A number of domestic and international mutual funds are discussed. Domestically, BOB LBP Growth Fund Class A achieved the highest return in 2015 at 8.61%. Internationally, FFA International Growth Equity Fund achieved the highest 2015 return of 2.34%. Over the lifetime of the funds, FFA International Bond Fund achieved the highest average annual return of 7.38% internationally, while BLC Bank Income Fund I achieved the highest domestic lifetime average return of 5.36%. The article provides details on the investment strategies and performance of these and other mutual funds.
This document provides an overview of international financial management. It discusses key topics like the balance of payments, determinants of entry modes for international business like exports and counter trade, differences between international and domestic finance, events that increased global trade volumes, and trade agreements. International flow of funds is examined, specifically India's balance of trade. Outsourcing is also discussed as having impacted international trade through increased cross-border purchasing.
[EN] Strategy Brief / Global Convertible Opportunities / December 2015NN Investment Partners
The document provides information on the NN (L) Global Convertible Opportunities fund including:
1) The fund invests in a portfolio of global convertible bonds with the objective of outperforming its benchmark index by 2% annually.
2) It uses a theme-based approach to security selection focused on mixed convertibles with downside protection and equity upside potential.
3) In December 2015, the fund returned -1.47% compared to the benchmark return of -1.44%, underperforming by 0.03%. Key detractors were positions in Taiyo Yuden and Iconix.
This document provides an overview of key concepts related to financial markets and investments, including the relationship between risk and return, common investment risks, how financial markets work through supply and demand, major stock and bond exchanges, and types of investments like stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and derivatives. It also discusses factors that affect market prices and the regulation of financial markets.
Econ315 Money and Banking: Learning Unit #09: Interest Ratesakanor
The document provides information about interest rates, including yield to maturity, rate of return, and real vs nominal interest rates. It discusses:
- Yield to maturity is the interest rate that equates the present value of debt payments to the instrument's current value.
- Rate of return considers the purchase price, sale price, and any payments to calculate return over a period of time for investments sold before maturity.
- Real interest rates adjust nominal rates for inflation to show returns in terms of purchasing power rather than dollar amounts. The Fisher equation defines the relationship between real and nominal rates.
This document discusses the key differences between domestic finance and international finance. Domestic finance deals with financial transactions within one country and is not exposed to foreign exchange or political risks, while international finance involves cross-border transactions and is exposed to those additional risks. International finance also operates across varied economic, political, cultural, and tax environments. It has a wider scope and availability of investment portfolios compared to domestic finance.
This document summarizes a presentation on managing risks in the sukuk (Islamic bond) industry. It defines the major risks like liquidity risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, and foreign exchange risk. It then discusses how each of these risks are currently affecting the global and Malaysian sukuk markets and challenges in managing them. Specific examples are given to illustrate the impacts and some approaches to addressing the risks are outlined. The presentation aims to help sukuk market participants understand and manage the various risks involved in investing in this industry.
Econ315 Money and Banking: Learning Unit #10: Demand For Assetssakanor
This document provides an overview of demand for financial assets. It discusses key concepts such as:
- The determinants of demand for financial assets, including wealth, income, liquidity, expected return, risk, and expectations.
- How expected return is calculated using probabilities of different possible returns.
- The different types of risk associated with financial assets like default risk, purchasing power risk, and interest rate risk.
- The relationship between risk and return, known as the risk-return tradeoff, and how risk premium compensates for higher risk.
- How demanders evaluate and compare characteristics of different assets to determine which ones they demand more of.
The recent US government shutdown had widespread effects across various sectors. Many federal agencies closed and around 800,000 government employees were furloughed or worked without pay during the shutdown. The shutdown also impacted the US economy as a whole by slowing growth and consumer spending.
This document discusses sample size and power calculations for clinical studies. It provides formulas for calculating the required sample size to detect a desired effect size with a specified power and significance level. Formulas are presented for comparing means between two independent groups, comparing proportions between two independent groups, and comparing means within a paired or dependent groups design. Key factors that affect statistical power, and thus required sample size, are described as the size of the effect, standard deviation, sample size, and desired significance level. Examples are provided to demonstrate how to apply the formulas and calculate sample size for different study designs and scenarios.
This document discusses mutual funds and other managed investments. It defines mutual funds as investment vehicles that pool money from shareholders to invest in a portfolio of stocks, bonds, and other securities. The document outlines how mutual fund performance is measured by changes in their net asset value per share. It also describes the various fees and expenses associated with mutual funds and factors investors should consider, such as loads, management fees, and portfolio turnover. The document compares mutual funds to other investment vehicles like closed-end funds, exchange-traded funds, and variable annuities.
The document summarizes research from several studies on international investments. Some key findings include:
1) Value stocks outperformed growth stocks internationally and small stocks outperformed large stocks. Higher returns for value stocks were due to earnings reverting to the mean.
2) Stock returns in most developed countries were higher during expansive monetary periods and lower during restrictive periods, both locally and in the US.
3) Emerging markets provided diversification benefits, especially during US monetary restrictions when they added over 4.5% annually to returns.
4) Foreign real estate provided greater diversification than foreign stocks during periods of high volatility.
The document provides an overview of international financial management concepts including:
- It outlines the contents which will be covered such as the international financial environment, multinational corporations, international trade theories, and the international monetary system.
- It describes key aspects of the international financial system including the interdependence between countries through equity participation, investment, loans, grants, and technical collaborations.
- It discusses how the importance of international financial management has increased for companies and managers as operations have become more global in nature. Understanding both domestic and international markets is essential.
On Thursday, April 27th, 2017, we heard from Windham's own client consultant, Jon Kazarian about best methods and practices for the portfolio construction and evaluation process.
International financial management deals with financial decisions in an international context and considers factors like foreign exchange risk, differing political and legal environments, and currency exposure. It involves using currency derivatives and is more complex than domestic financial management due to these additional risks and considerations. While the overall goal of maximizing shareholder wealth remains the same, international financial management requires navigating multiple accounting standards, banking rules, cultures and currencies across countries.
This document discusses key concepts in bank management including:
- The features of a bank balance sheet including assets like loans and securities, and liabilities like deposits and capital.
- How banks attempt to maximize profits through asset and liability management, managing liquidity, credit risk, and interest rate risk.
- Off-balance sheet activities allow banks to generate fee income but also expose them to additional risks if not properly controlled.
1) The chapter discusses sources of investment returns including income returns from cash flows and returns from changes in the value of investments.
2) It describes how to measure returns such as dollar returns, holding period returns, and annualized returns which allow comparisons over different time periods.
3) Risk is defined as the uncertainty of investment returns and can be measured by the variability of returns using metrics like variance and standard deviation. The higher the risk, the higher the expected return required by investors.
The Wells Fargo Advantage Absolute Return Fund seeks to generate positive returns regardless of market conditions by allocating across stocks, bonds, and alternative strategies. In Q4 2013, the fund had positive returns driven by U.S. and international equities, while fixed income detracted. The portfolio managers maintain a cautious approach and wait for extreme valuations before making large allocation changes between asset classes.
The document provides an overview of the MFS Meridian Global Total Return Fund, a global balanced fund that seeks diversification through a combination of stocks and bonds from developed and emerging markets. The fund aims to achieve competitive risk-adjusted returns through its total return strategy and by combining assets with low correlations. It has a moderate risk profile and typically invests 60% in equities and 40% in debt instruments. The fund uses a disciplined investment approach focused on bottom-up security selection within a global research framework.
An investment is defined as committing funds with the expectation of earning a positive return in the future. It involves sacrificing present consumption for future benefits and always carries some degree of risk that the actual return may be lower than expected. The key elements of any investment are expected return, risk, safety, liquidity, and potential tax benefits. Common avenues of investment include bonds, gold, mutual funds, real assets, equities, insurance policies, and financial derivatives. Factors like current events, currency valuations, production costs, and economic/political uncertainty can influence fluctuations in gold prices over time.
The document discusses international diversification and its benefits. It explains that international diversification reduces total portfolio risk because securities in different countries tend to have low correlations. While international investments carry additional risks like foreign exchange risk, a portfolio manager can decrease overall risk by including global securities that behave differently than domestic holdings. The document also reviews several international investment concepts like purchasing power parity and covered interest arbitrage.
The document discusses credit linked structured products such as credit default swaps, credit linked notes, and collateralized debt obligations. It outlines how these products work through establishing special purpose entities that issue notes or tranches linked to reference credits or portfolios. The products allow for risk transfer and yield enhancement but come with credit, market, and liquidity risks that require careful risk management.
Lebanon Opportunities - May 2016 - BLC Income Fund IMazen Nasser
A number of domestic and international mutual funds are discussed. Domestically, BOB LBP Growth Fund Class A achieved the highest return in 2015 at 8.61%. Internationally, FFA International Growth Equity Fund achieved the highest 2015 return of 2.34%. Over the lifetime of the funds, FFA International Bond Fund achieved the highest average annual return of 7.38% internationally, while BLC Bank Income Fund I achieved the highest domestic lifetime average return of 5.36%. The article provides details on the investment strategies and performance of these and other mutual funds.
This document provides an overview of international financial management. It discusses key topics like the balance of payments, determinants of entry modes for international business like exports and counter trade, differences between international and domestic finance, events that increased global trade volumes, and trade agreements. International flow of funds is examined, specifically India's balance of trade. Outsourcing is also discussed as having impacted international trade through increased cross-border purchasing.
[EN] Strategy Brief / Global Convertible Opportunities / December 2015NN Investment Partners
The document provides information on the NN (L) Global Convertible Opportunities fund including:
1) The fund invests in a portfolio of global convertible bonds with the objective of outperforming its benchmark index by 2% annually.
2) It uses a theme-based approach to security selection focused on mixed convertibles with downside protection and equity upside potential.
3) In December 2015, the fund returned -1.47% compared to the benchmark return of -1.44%, underperforming by 0.03%. Key detractors were positions in Taiyo Yuden and Iconix.
This document provides an overview of key concepts related to financial markets and investments, including the relationship between risk and return, common investment risks, how financial markets work through supply and demand, major stock and bond exchanges, and types of investments like stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and derivatives. It also discusses factors that affect market prices and the regulation of financial markets.
Econ315 Money and Banking: Learning Unit #09: Interest Ratesakanor
The document provides information about interest rates, including yield to maturity, rate of return, and real vs nominal interest rates. It discusses:
- Yield to maturity is the interest rate that equates the present value of debt payments to the instrument's current value.
- Rate of return considers the purchase price, sale price, and any payments to calculate return over a period of time for investments sold before maturity.
- Real interest rates adjust nominal rates for inflation to show returns in terms of purchasing power rather than dollar amounts. The Fisher equation defines the relationship between real and nominal rates.
This document discusses the key differences between domestic finance and international finance. Domestic finance deals with financial transactions within one country and is not exposed to foreign exchange or political risks, while international finance involves cross-border transactions and is exposed to those additional risks. International finance also operates across varied economic, political, cultural, and tax environments. It has a wider scope and availability of investment portfolios compared to domestic finance.
This document summarizes a presentation on managing risks in the sukuk (Islamic bond) industry. It defines the major risks like liquidity risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, and foreign exchange risk. It then discusses how each of these risks are currently affecting the global and Malaysian sukuk markets and challenges in managing them. Specific examples are given to illustrate the impacts and some approaches to addressing the risks are outlined. The presentation aims to help sukuk market participants understand and manage the various risks involved in investing in this industry.
Econ315 Money and Banking: Learning Unit #10: Demand For Assetssakanor
This document provides an overview of demand for financial assets. It discusses key concepts such as:
- The determinants of demand for financial assets, including wealth, income, liquidity, expected return, risk, and expectations.
- How expected return is calculated using probabilities of different possible returns.
- The different types of risk associated with financial assets like default risk, purchasing power risk, and interest rate risk.
- The relationship between risk and return, known as the risk-return tradeoff, and how risk premium compensates for higher risk.
- How demanders evaluate and compare characteristics of different assets to determine which ones they demand more of.
The recent US government shutdown had widespread effects across various sectors. Many federal agencies closed and around 800,000 government employees were furloughed or worked without pay during the shutdown. The shutdown also impacted the US economy as a whole by slowing growth and consumer spending.
This document discusses sample size and power calculations for clinical studies. It provides formulas for calculating the required sample size to detect a desired effect size with a specified power and significance level. Formulas are presented for comparing means between two independent groups, comparing proportions between two independent groups, and comparing means within a paired or dependent groups design. Key factors that affect statistical power, and thus required sample size, are described as the size of the effect, standard deviation, sample size, and desired significance level. Examples are provided to demonstrate how to apply the formulas and calculate sample size for different study designs and scenarios.
Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing are continuous improvement methods used to improve business processes and drive profitability. Six Sigma focuses on reducing process variation through statistical analysis and eliminating defects, while Lean focuses on eliminating waste. Both aim to improve quality and efficiency, though they utilize different tools and methodologies. Six Sigma follows a DMAIC framework of Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control and utilizes statistical process control. Lean emphasizes eliminating the seven wastes and engages all levels of an organization through techniques like just-in-time production and kaizen events.
Poke Yoke, also known as mistake-proofing, refers to methods that use sensors or devices to prevent errors from occurring in manufacturing processes. There are three main poke yoke methods: contact methods detect physical contact between parts; counting methods use sensors to ensure the correct number of operations occur; and motion-sequence methods check that steps happen in the proper order. Poke yoke systems aim to minimize human errors by setting up automatic controls or warnings that stop defective items from advancing down the production line. Examples provided demonstrate how limit switches, photoelectric sensors, and color-coded lights can form part of poke yoke devices used across different industries.
Foreign direct investment (FDI) involves a company from one country making a direct investment into business operations in another country. FDI began in India in 1991 under economic reforms. India ranked second globally for FDI in 2010 and is expected to remain among the top five destinations through 2014, with major investing countries including Mauritius, Singapore, the UK, Japan, and the US. FDI in India has grown, increasing about 35% in the first half of 2013 alone. India encourages FDI to stimulate economic activity and employment while bringing best practices, though it may also face more competition challenging local businesses. Overall India is seen as an attractive nation for further investment and FDI growth.
Procter & Gamble is a large multinational consumer goods company founded in 1837 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. It employs over 138,000 people worldwide and has a wide range of popular brands such as Tide, Crest, Bounty, Pampers, Gillette, and Olay. P&G has annual revenues of over $83 billion and is one of the largest companies in the world. It began as a partnership between two immigrants, William Procter and James Gamble, and has grown significantly over the past 180 years through brand management, acquisitions, and expansion into international markets.
If large amounts of capital were available at low interest rates, manufacturing industries would likely spend it on:
1) Computer systems and process automation equipment like CNC machines, robots, and automated storage and retrieval systems;
2) Upgrading current machines to bigger, faster models; and
3) Automated inspection equipment.
This document reports on global progress toward universal access to HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care. Some key points:
- An estimated 34 million people were living with HIV globally in 2010, with sub-Saharan Africa the most affected region at 22.9 million.
- New HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths declined between 2001 and 2010, but progress needs to accelerate to achieve international targets.
- The number of people receiving antiretroviral therapy has increased substantially in low- and middle-income countries, reaching 6.65 million by the end of 2010, but coverage remains inadequate in many areas.
- Preventing mother-to-child transmission has expanded significantly, but more work
Crp fdi opportunities in dubai and its international attractiveness - aakashAakash Kulkarni
This document discusses factors affecting foreign direct investment (FDI) and analyzes Dubai as an investment destination. FDI is defined as direct investment by an individual or company in another country by buying a company or expanding operations. Key factors influencing FDI include GDP, government policies, economic performance, infrastructure development, and natural resources. The document examines Dubai's transformation into a global business hub, with executives viewing it as the top Middle Eastern destination. Dubai has over 20,000 international companies and a superior transport network connecting it to key markets. The conclusion is that FDI in Dubai will only continue increasing, especially if it wins the bid for Expo 2020.
The document provides information about various locations in Israel including Jerusalem, the Dome of the Rock, the Wailing Wall, Tel Aviv, the Dead Sea, Qumran, Haifa, the Bahai Gardens, and Eilat on the Red Sea. It discusses important religious and historical sites in Jerusalem before mentioning other major cities and natural features like the Dead Sea.
This document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) trends and challenges in attracting productive FDI to support development in the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) region.
It finds that while FDI inflows to the ESCWA region have grown significantly, the top recipients are primarily Gulf countries rich in oil and gas. To better leverage FDI for development, countries need policies to encourage knowledge and technology transfers to domestic firms, entrepreneurship, and regional investment. Public-private partnerships can help develop infrastructure to support continued growth. Strengthening data collection and sharing between UNCTAD and UNESCWA would aid policymaking.
The document discusses various factors to consider when determining the optimal location for a manufacturing facility. It outlines key market-related factors like proximity to customers and resources-related factors like labor costs and availability. It also addresses the importance of infrastructure, government and environmental regulations, and financial incentives. The document provides an example of BMW's location selection process and evaluates different plant location methodologies, including the factor rating and center of gravity methods.
Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms like Zopa and Prosper allow individuals to borrow and lend money without going through a traditional bank. Lenders choose loans to fund and set their own interest rates. Borrowers receive loan amounts and pay monthly payments directly to their lenders. P2P lending offers competitive rates for borrowers and high returns for lenders. However, risks include lack of regulation, no collateral from borrowers, and potential platform failures reducing confidence. For P2P lending to grow, increased awareness, regulation, and technology are needed to build trust and better screening while expanding into new loan categories could also help.
The 5 Whys technique is a simple tool used to identify root causes of problems. It involves repeatedly asking "Why?" to get to the underlying cause. The document outlines:
- How to use 5 Whys by defining the problem, then asking "Why?" with each response to reach the root cause in 3-5 iterations.
- It can be used to analyze problems in quality improvement projects or in the field to better understand cause and effect.
- An example demonstrates asking "Why?" five times to uncover the root cause of a machine stopping was a blocked oil filter, beyond the initial response of an overload trip.
The document provides an overview of the 5 Whys root cause analysis tool. The 5 Whys involves asking "Why?" five times to determine the root cause of a problem. It should address both why a defective part was made and why the defect was not detected earlier. While typically involving five questions, the number may vary depending on the complexity of the problem. The tool helps analyze problems by tracing them back from obvious to less obvious causes through a series of why questions. The goal is to identify systemic root causes that allow problems rather than just resolving the specific problem.
The document discusses the efficient market hypothesis and random walk theory of stock prices. Some key points:
- Random walk theory states that stock price movements cannot be predicted from past prices and follow a random pattern. This implies markets are efficient.
- The efficient market hypothesis suggests that stock prices instantly reflect all available public information, making it impossible for investors to earn above-average returns.
- Empirical evidence provides mixed support for these theories. Studies of event periods find prices adjust rapidly to new information, but other anomalies like the size effect have been found, contradicting full market efficiency.
This document discusses various asset pricing models, including the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) and the Security Market Line (SML). It provides an overview of the key assumptions and components of the CAPM, such as the capital market line, market portfolio, beta, and the security market line equation. An example is shown of calculating expected returns based on the SML. The differences between the capital market line and security market line are also explained.
This chapter introduces the basic concepts and terminology of statistics. It discusses two main branches of statistics - descriptive statistics which involves collecting, organizing and summarizing data, and inferential statistics which allows drawing conclusions about populations from samples. The chapter also covers variables, populations, samples, parameters, statistics and how to organize and visualize data through tables, charts and graphs. It emphasizes that statistics helps turn data into useful information for decision making in business.
Merger And Acquisition - Reasons for Failure and Counter MeasuresAakash Kulkarni
This document discusses reasons for failures of mergers and acquisitions and provides corrective measures. It begins with an introduction to M&A and reasons for choosing this topic. Objectives are identified as finding reasons for M&A failures and providing solutions. A literature review and fishbone diagram framework are presented. Expert opinions identify factors like culture, finance, technology, process and size that can contribute to failures. Solutions focus on improving valuation processes, mitigating cultural differences, and appointing experienced professionals to structure deals and foresee problems.
The document discusses several topics:
1) An upcoming midterm exam including details about date, time, location, and items allowed.
2) A review of economic factors and the Canadian financial system including the four pillars of financial institutions and characteristics of banks, bonds, and stocks.
3) Concepts related to investments including leverage, buying on margin, selling short, and a comparison of long and margin examples.
Selecting Investments in a Global Market ch03.pptxFamiFamz1
Questions to be answered:
What distinguishes a derivative security such as a forward, futures, or option contract, from more fundamental securities, such as stocks and bonds?
What are the important characteristics of forward, futures, and option contracts, and in what sense can the be interpreted as insurance policies?
The document proposes an additional investment of Company K's treasury funds into fixed income securities like bonds and sukuks. It discusses various benchmarks to guide investment decisions and evaluate performance. A sample portfolio of 48 sukuk securities is presented that meets the proposed investment guidelines, including criteria for country, sector, and credit rating exposure. The sample portfolio aims to generate returns above Company K's US dollar cost of funding plus 200 basis points while maintaining a relatively low risk profile.
Fixed interest rate markets, global bond markets, and the competing nature of risk versus return provide an update about how governments are tracking when compared to corporates.
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DarcMatter_South Korean Institutional Investor PrimerSang H. Lee
South Korean institutional investors such as pension funds, insurance companies, and sovereign wealth funds have been increasingly allocating to alternative assets such as private equity, real estate, and infrastructure. Direct deals and private fund investments in developed overseas markets like the US, Europe, and Australia have been high areas of demand. Brokerage firms in South Korea have also been actively involved in arranging overseas transactions between $50-$500mm for these institutional investors.
Factsheet for Principal Mutual Fund- WishfinAnvi Sharma
The scheme will invest 65% - 95% in Mid Cap stocks, i.e., stocks with market cap in the range of market cap of benchmark Nifty Midcap 100 Index, and 5% - 15% in Small Cap stocks, i.e., stocks with market cap lower than the market cap of the last stock in the benchmark Nifty Midcap 100 Index.
This document provides information about an emerging markets high yield bond fund managed by Galloway Gestora de Recursos Ltda. It summarizes the firm and investment team, describes the global emerging markets high yield bond market opportunity, outlines the fund's investment process and risk management approach, and provides details on fund characteristics, assets under management, and client base. The fund takes a bottom-up approach to investing in emerging market corporate and sovereign bonds across various countries and sectors.
COVID-19 has disrupted the global financial market and our team sought to exploit these arbitrage opportunities presented to create a U$500MM active portfolio across Equities, Fixed Income, FX, Cash, and Commodities. Our portfolio uses Markowitz Mean-Variance Optimization in allocating weights and its performance is constantly monitored against the benchmark FundX, which compromises of MSCI World Index (Equities), iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (Bond) and S&P GSCI Index (Commodities). We considered the risk and return tradeoffs, macroeconomic and microeconomic catalysts, quantitative data as well as qualitative information in our asset selections.
Team members: Emily Pope, Sharon Lee and Jayson Chaplin
The document provides an overview of MFS Investment Management, a global asset management firm, and their Global Total Return Fund. Some key points:
- MFS has over $425 billion in total assets under management across global equities, fixed income, and multi-strategy funds.
- Their collaborative research platform includes over 90 analysts covering global sectors and integrating equity and credit research.
- The Global Total Return Fund seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and income by investing globally in stocks, bonds, and other securities using strategic asset allocation across asset classes. The mix is designed for moderate risk and competitive risk-adjusted returns.
Brent Woyat, portfolio manager at OceanForest Investment Partners, provides a quarterly commentary summarizing market performance in 2013 and outlining his investment strategy and outlook. US and global stock markets saw strong returns despite economic and political uncertainty. Woyat recommends sticking to investment plans and maintaining balanced portfolios with stock and bond allocations within established parameters. He advocates rebalancing to bring overweight equity positions back within guidelines and increasing geographic diversification outside of Canada.
The document provides information about pursuing a better investment experience by discussing various fees associated with mutual fund investments and noting that mutual funds are not guaranteed and past performance is not indicative of future returns. It emphasizes embracing market pricing, avoiding attempts to outguess the market through stock picking or market timing, and resisting chasing past performance. The document advocates letting markets work for the investor through long-term, globally diversified investments.
Singapore has one of the most developed bond markets in Asia. The Singapore bond market includes Singapore Government Securities (SGS), corporate bonds, and structured securities denominated in Singapore dollars. While Singapore did not previously have a well-functioning bond market, it has developed one of the most liquid bond markets in the region. The bond market provides long-term funding for public and private expenditures through both primary and secondary markets. It benefits investors through regular interest payments, portfolio diversification, and priority over shareholders in the event of bankruptcy.
A portfolio is a Frame of financial assets such as stocks, bonds, commodities, currencies and cash equivalents including mutual, exchange-traded and closed funds. A portfolio can also consist of non-publicly tradable securities, like real estate, art, and private investments.
Investors should construct an investment portfolio in accordance with their risk tolerance and investing objectives. Securities can be used to build a diversified portfolio, but stocks, bonds, and cash are generally considered a portfolio's core building blocks.
The asset owners demonstrate a sound and considerable investment strategy to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) to maximize the long-term investment and better manage of Risk.
The asset owner strategies are required to focus on managing ESG-risks, seeking sustainable investment opportunities to create good financial returns and contribute to solutions for major problems in our global society.
Moneyfarm, London 3 March 2020
Speakers:
Giovanni Daprà, Co-founder and CEO of Moneyfarm
Richard Flax, Chief Investment Officer at Moneyfarm
James Ballinger, Head of Investment Advisory at Moneyfarm
This document provides an introduction to treasury management for local authorities in Scotland. It discusses the legal and regulatory framework, including the Treasury Management Code, Prudential Code, and relevant Scottish legislation. It also covers investment strategy, debt management, and financial markets. The presentation aims to outline the principles and requirements of effective treasury management for local authorities in managing cash flows, investments, and associated risks.
This document provides an introduction to treasury management for local authorities in Scotland. It discusses the legal and regulatory framework, including the Treasury Management Code, Prudential Code, and relevant Scottish legislation. It also covers investment strategy, debt management, financial markets, and the types of risks that must be considered in treasury management. The presentation aims to outline best practices in treasury management to ensure public funds are managed prudently and in accordance with regulatory standards.
September 13 Quarterly: Gotta' know when to hold 'em, when to fold 'emMark_Krygier
- Less Americans are investing in stocks since the 2000 tech bubble and 2008 recession, with the percentage of investors dropping from 60% to 52%.
- Investors must understand their own investment needs and timelines in order to make wise decisions about buying, holding, or selling investments during periods of price fluctuation.
- Short-term investments should be used for near-term needs while long-term investments suited for growth, like stocks and real estate, require ignoring short-term price changes.
The Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) at J.P. Morgan Chase is well positioned to maintain its leadership in wholesale banking due to its strong client franchise, economies of scale, fortress balance sheet, and stable earnings from its markets business. The CIB has over 7,600 clients globally, with 61% located internationally, and generates 48% of its revenue from outside the US. It holds leading market positions across banking and markets businesses. The CIB's scale allows it to invest for ongoing leadership while maintaining efficient overhead ratios. Its balance sheet is supported by stable wholesale deposits and capital markets secured financing.
The Asset Allocation Decision-investment ch02.pptxFamiFamz1
Questions to be answered:
What is asset allocation?
What are the four steps in the portfolio management process?
What is the role of asset allocation in investment planning?
Why is a policy statement important to the planning process?
The document discusses the random walk theory and efficient market hypothesis. It defines the random walk theory as the idea that stock prices follow unpredictable and random paths, making it impossible to consistently outperform the market. The efficient market hypothesis suggests that stock prices instantly change to reflect all available public information, such that no investors can use information to earn above-average returns once transaction costs are considered. The document outlines different forms of the efficient market hypothesis based on the type of information reflected in stock prices and provides mixed evidence from empirical tests of the hypotheses.
The global business environment presentation slides - sessions 2-8Aakash Kulkarni
This document outlines the topics that will be covered across 8 sessions on global business strategy. Session 2 will discuss the China effect, Eurozone crisis, fiscal crises in major economies, BRICS bloc, trade issues, globalization and sustainability. Sessions 3-8 will analyze political, economic, legal and social factors in countries and their implications for business. Session topics include institutions, policies, macroeconomics, industries, innovation, labor, environment and case studies. In Session 7, student groups will conduct PESTLE and SWOT analyses for a company expanding internationally and present their recommendations.
The document outlines concepts for interpreting regression coefficients from regression analysis. It discusses interpreting the regression equation form by examining the intercept, slope, and sign and magnitude of coefficients. It also discusses interpreting the strength of association using r-squared and the correlation coefficient r, and looking at significance testing using the F-statistic and confidence intervals. Two examples analyzing the relationship between democracy over time in Latin America and the relationship between wine consumption and heart disease deaths are also summarized.
The document proposes introducing the CIMA Certification Course for finance employees in the Government of Dubai. It discusses two options for the course, which would develop skills through a 4-level program over 3-5 years depending on the option. CIMA is recognized globally as the leading certification for management accountants and provides benefits like consistency, flexibility, career development and superior client support. The program aims to establish a consistent learning and development framework for finance staff across government departments.
This document introduces the concept of poka-yoke, a Japanese term meaning "mistake-proofing". Poka-yoke refers to methods used in processes to eliminate human errors by making it impossible to perform the process incorrectly. It discusses how poka-yoke aims to prevent defects by avoiding mistakes at their source through techniques like contact methods, constant counting, and motion sensors. Examples of poka-yoke in everyday products like microwaves, cars and refrigerators are provided to illustrate how unintended errors can be designed out of systems through simple mechanisms.
The document outlines a training module on poka-yoke (mistake-proofing). It discusses key concepts like zero defects, waste management, zero defect quality (ZDQ), understanding process errors, the four elements of ZDQ, seven steps to achieving poka-yoke, and various poka-yoke methods. The goal of poka-yoke and ZDQ is to prevent defects by making errors impossible through techniques that make processes foolproof.
The document discusses Metabical, a new weight loss drug, and provides recommendations around demand forecasting, packaging, pricing strategies, and profitability over the first five years. It suggests that demand forecasting should use a combination of two scenarios. A package size of four weeks is recommended to ensure results within three months without missed doses. Three pricing strategies are outlined between $75-150, recommending $125 for good market penetration, branding, and ROI. The impact of pricing on five-year profitability is also addressed.
This document provides an introduction to statistics and its uses in business. It outlines two main branches of statistics - descriptive statistics which involves collecting, summarizing and presenting data, and inferential statistics which uses data from a sample to draw conclusions about a larger population. The document then discusses key statistical concepts like variables, data, populations, samples, parameters and statistics. It explains how descriptive and inferential statistics are used to summarize data, draw conclusions, make forecasts and improve business processes. Finally, it introduces the DCOVA process for examining and concluding from data which involves defining variables, collecting data, organizing data, visualizing data and analyzing data.
This document classifies operations systems based on two factors:
1) Volume and flexibility - including projects, job shops, continuous, and batch production.
2) The service-process matrix - with two axes of labor intensity and interaction/customization, placing operations in four categories: service factory, service shop, mass service, and professional service.
It discusses the challenges and considerations for managing each type of operations system.
1) The document outlines the learnings from R&D, marketing, production, finance, and HR/TQM departments of Andrews over multiple rounds.
2) Key R&D learnings included avoiding reverse R&D, being aware of domino effects, and ensuring new products meet market demand.
3) Important marketing learnings centered around better understanding customers through surveys, improving demand forecasting, and optimizing budgets.
The document summarizes learnings from various departments of Andrews, including R&D, Marketing, Production, and Finance. Some key learnings include: 1) R&D is critical and products should meet market needs; 2) Understanding customer demand through surveys allows for better forecasting; 3) Automation should be done gradually and capacity reduced to optimal levels. Finance should support the business, not drive it, and contribution margins should be monitored versus competitors. Overall, decisions have long term impacts, so following instructions and monitoring competitors are important.
Autocorrelation measures the correlation between observations of a variable with itself over successive time periods. It is calculated based on the mean and variance of the observations and can range from +1 to -1, where +1 represents perfect positive correlation and -1 represents perfect negative correlation. Autocorrelation can be used to analyze stock returns, such that if a stock has historically shown high autocorrelation and is currently rising, it may be expected to continue rising based on past trends.
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(A Free eBook comprising 3 Sets of Presentation of a selection of Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Thinking Problems to exercise both the mind and the Right and Left Brain. To help keep the mind and brain fit and healthy. Good for both the young and old alike.
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How to Download & Install Module From the Odoo App Store in Odoo 17Celine George
Custom modules offer the flexibility to extend Odoo's capabilities, address unique requirements, and optimize workflows to align seamlessly with your organization's processes. By leveraging custom modules, businesses can unlock greater efficiency, productivity, and innovation, empowering them to stay competitive in today's dynamic market landscape. In this tutorial, we'll guide you step by step on how to easily download and install modules from the Odoo App Store.
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Andreas Schleicher presents PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Thinking - 18 Jun...EduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher, Director of Education and Skills at the OECD presents at the launch of PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Minds, Creative Schools on 18 June 2024.
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
A Visual Guide to 1 Samuel | A Tale of Two HeartsSteve Thomason
These slides walk through the story of 1 Samuel. Samuel is the last judge of Israel. The people reject God and want a king. Saul is anointed as the first king, but he is not a good king. David, the shepherd boy is anointed and Saul is envious of him. David shows honor while Saul continues to self destruct.
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The recent surge in pro-Palestine student activism has prompted significant responses from universities, ranging from negotiations and divestment commitments to increased transparency about investments in companies supporting the war on Gaza. This activism has led to the cessation of student encampments but also highlighted the substantial sacrifices made by students, including academic disruptions and personal risks. The primary drivers of these protests are poor university administration, lack of transparency, and inadequate communication between officials and students. This study examines the profound emotional, psychological, and professional impacts on students engaged in pro-Palestine protests, focusing on Generation Z's (Gen-Z) activism dynamics. This paper explores the significant sacrifices made by these students and even the professors supporting the pro-Palestine movement, with a focus on recent global movements. Through an in-depth analysis of printed and electronic media, the study examines the impacts of these sacrifices on the academic and personal lives of those involved. The paper highlights examples from various universities, demonstrating student activism's long-term and short-term effects, including disciplinary actions, social backlash, and career implications. The researchers also explore the broader implications of student sacrifices. The findings reveal that these sacrifices are driven by a profound commitment to justice and human rights, and are influenced by the increasing availability of information, peer interactions, and personal convictions. The study also discusses the broader implications of this activism, comparing it to historical precedents and assessing its potential to influence policy and public opinion. The emotional and psychological toll on student activists is significant, but their sense of purpose and community support mitigates some of these challenges. However, the researchers call for acknowledging the broader Impact of these sacrifices on the future global movement of FreePalestine.
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
3. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
The case for global investing has never been clearer than in the present
environment. The global financial crisis reinforced the need for the
continuation of increased diversification globally.
The case for global investing is based on powerful secular trends driving
the future of world economies and securities markets:
• The continued rise of emerging countries as the growth engines of the
world economy while the developed world faces deleveraging
headwinds
• The growth of global trade as barriers fall
• The reality of truly global companies whose main earnings derive from
countries and markets far from their home headquarters
• The deepening of capital markets beyond the developed world
• The growing share of global market capitalization outside traditional
centers like the US
4. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
While the reasons for global investing are well articulated, many investors
still struggle with how to invest globally and how to address the additional
risks that come with investing beyond one’s domestic market.
Those include:
• Increased complexity of managing currency translation risk
• Liquidity concerns in some foreign markets or illiquid asset classes like
private equity
• Political and fiscal uncertainty in some countries
This uncertainty may explain the persistence of significant home-country
bias in many institutional portfolios around the world. As recently as three
years also, institutional investors in major developed countries like the US,
UK, Germany, Japan, France, and Italy still displayed striking biases to home
equities, according to consultant studies.
5. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
MSCI World Index 2003 2009
U.S 52% 42%
Developed International 42% 44%
Emerging International 6% 14%
% of total world market cap
Despite additional complexities, fund managers still prefer international
investing as they perceive greater risks of allocating capital too narrowly
in home markets while global developments are creating long-term
opportunities overseas.
6. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
• Why investors should include foreign as well as domestic securities in
their portfolio
• Securities in domestic and global markets (risk-return characteristics)
• Historic risk-return performance of investment instruments from around
the world
7. MGB Portfolio Management I
Total Investable Capital Markets: 1969 - $2.3 Trillion
U.S. Equity
31%
Cash Equivalent
7%
Japan Equity
2%
U.S. Real Estate
Other Bonds 12%
14%
U.S. Bonds
21%
Japan Bonds
1%
Other Equity
11%
Venture Capital
0%
Dollar Bonds
1%
8. MGB Portfolio Management I
Total Investable Capital Markets: 1997 - $49.1 Trillion
Japan Equity
5%
All Other Equity
15%
Emerging Market 4%
Japan Bonds
8%
All Other Bonds
Emerging Debt
Market
2%
18%
Cash Equivalent
High Yield Bonds
1%
Dollar Bonds
20%
U.S. Real Estate
5%
Equity
1%
Cash Equivalent
7%
U.S. Equity
21%
9. MGB Portfolio Management I
Total Investable Capital Markets: 2010 - $116.3 Trillion
1969: US stock and Bond Market = 65% of all securities available in world capital markets
2010: US stock and Bond Market = 42.6% of all securities available in world capital markets
10. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
Global Government Bond Annual Rates of Return in US Dollars
1986-2010 Mean Standard Deviation
Canada 10.32 9.77
France 10.39 12.86
Germany 9.28 13.49
Japan 9.14 14.75
UK 9.84 13.28
USA 7.37 6.09
11. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
Correlation Coefficients between US$ rates of return on Bonds
in the US and major markets
1986-2010 Correlation Coefficient
with US Bonds
Canada 0.75
France 0.61
Germany 0.63
Japan 0.34
UK 0.59
Average 0.58
12. MGB Portfolio Management I
The Case for Global Investing
Risk-Return Trade-off for International Bond Portfolios
15. MGB Portfolio Management I
Covariance
• absolute measure of the extent to which two sets of numbers
move together over time
i i j j
N
ij
COV
If we define (i - i) as i and (j - j) as j, then
i j
N
ij
COV
16. MGB Portfolio Management I
Correlation
• relative measure of a given relationship
COV
ij
i j
ij r
i i
N
i
2
17. MGB Portfolio Management I
Correlation
• relative measure of a given relationship
COV
ij
i j
ij r
i i
N
i
2
19. MGB Portfolio Management I
Asset Classes and
Available Financial
Instruments
Name of Asset Sub-Assets Liquidity Timeframe Classification Appropriate ROI Risk level
Equities Good 5–6 years
Growth assets (focus on capital growth
and income
medium to
high
Listed
Domestic
Sector basis
Strategy basis
International
Sector basis
Strategy basis
Unlisted
Private Equity
Venture Capital
Fixed Income
Bonds Defensive
Investment-grade
Low -
Medium
Junk (high-yield) High
government 1 – 3 years Low
corporate
Medium -
High
short-term
intermediate
long-term
domestic
foreign
emerging markets
Convertible security
20. MGB Portfolio Management I Name of
Asset
Sub-Assets Liquidity Timeframe Classification
Appropriate
ROI
Risk level
Cash Unlimited Defensive Low
Real Estate Growth
Direct
Commercial
Residential
Property Trusts
Listed 3 – 5 years
Commercial
Residential
Unlisted
Commercial
Residential
Fiat Currency
Digital
Currency
Very High Growth High Risk
Bitcoin
Litecoin
Namecoin
Alternatives
hedge funds
Opportunistic/distressed
strategies
Commodities
Precious metals
Agriculture
Energy
Broad basket
Collectibles
Art
Asset Classes and
Available Financial
Instruments
21. MGB Portfolio Management I
Global Investment Choices
• Fixed-income investments
– bonds and preferred stocks
• Equity investments
• Special equity instruments
– warrants and options
• Futures contracts
• Investment companies
• Real assets
22. MGB Portfolio Management I
Fixed-Income Investments
• Contractual payment schedule
• Recourse varies by instrument
• Bonds
– investors are lenders
– expect interest payment and return of principal
• Preferred stocks
– dividends require board of directors approval
23. MGB Portfolio Management I
Savings Accounts
• Fixed earnings
• Convenient
• Liquid
• Low risk
• Low rates
• Certificates of Deposit (CDs)
- instruments that require minimum deposits for specified
terms, and pay higher rates of interest than savings
accounts. Penalty imposed for early withdrawal
24. MGB Portfolio Management I
Money Market Certificates
• Compete against Treasury bills (T-bills)
• Minimum $10,000
• Minimum maturity of six months
• Redeemable only at bank of issue
• Penalty if withdrawn before maturity
25. MGB Portfolio Management I
Capital Market Instruments
• Fixed income obligations that trade in secondary market
• U.S. Treasury securities
• U.S. Government agency securities
• Municipal bonds
• Corporate bonds
26. MGB Portfolio Management I
U.S. Treasury Securities
• Bills, notes, or bonds - depending on maturity
– Bills mature in less than 1 year
– Notes mature in 1 - 10 years
– Bonds mature in over 10 years
• Highly liquid
• Backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S.
Government
27. MGB Portfolio Management I
U.S. Government Agency Securities
• Sold by government agencies
– Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA or Fannie Mae)
– Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB)
– Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA or Ginnie
Mae)
– Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
• Not direct obligations of the Treasury
– Still considered default-free and fairly liquid
28. MGB Portfolio Management I
Municipal Bonds
• Issued by state and local governments usually to finance
infrastructural projects.
• Exempt from taxation by the federal government and by
the state that issued the bond, provided the investor is a
resident of that state
• Two types:
– General obligation bonds (GOs)
– Revenue bonds
29. MGB Portfolio Management I
Corporate Bonds
• Issued by a corporation
• Fixed income
• Credit quality measured by ratings
• Maturity
• Features
– Indenture
– Call provision
– Sinking fund
30. MGB Portfolio Management I
Corporate Bonds
• Senior secured bonds
– most senior bonds in capital structure and have the lowest risk of
default
• Mortgage bonds
– secured by liens on specific assets
• Collateral trust bonds
– secured by financial assets
• Equipment trust certificates
– secured by transportation equipment
31. MGB Portfolio Management I
Corporate Bonds
• Debentures
– Unsecured promises to pay interest and principal
– In case of default, debenture owner can force bankruptcy and
claim any unpledged assets to pay off the bonds
• Subordinated bonds
– Unsecured like debentures, but holders of these bonds may claim
assets after senior secured and debenture holders claims have
been satisfied
32. MGB Portfolio Management I
Corporate Bonds
• Income bonds
– Interest payment contingent upon earning sufficient
income
• Convertible bonds
– Offer the upside potential of common stock and the
downside protection of a bond
– Usually have lower interest rates
33. MGB Portfolio Management I
Corporate Bonds
• Warrants
– Allows bondholder to purchase the firm’s common stock at a fixed
price for a given time period
– Interest rates usually lower on bonds with warrants attached
• Zero coupon bond
– Offered at a deep discount from the face value
– No interest during the life of the bond, only the principal payment
at maturity
34. MGB Portfolio Management I
Preferred Stock
• Hybrid security
• Fixed dividends
• Dividend obligations are not legally binding, but must be
voted on by the board of directors to be paid
• Most preferred stock is cumulative
• Credit implications of missing dividends
• Corporations may exclude 70% of dividend income from
taxable income
35. MGB Portfolio Management I
International Bond Investing
Investors should be aware that there is a very substantial
fixed income market outside the United States that offers
additional opportunity for diversification
36. MGB Portfolio Management I
International Bond Investing
• Bond identification characteristics
– Country of origin
– Location of primary trading market
– Home country of the major buyers
– Currency of the security denomination
• Eurobond
– An international bond denominated in a currency not native to
the country where it is issued
37. MGB Portfolio Management I
International Bond Investing
• Yankee bonds
– Sold in the United States and denominated is U.S.
dollars, but issued by foreign corporations or
governments
– Eliminates exchange risk to U.S. investors
• International domestic bonds
– Sold by issuer within its own country in that country’s
currency
38. MGB Portfolio Management I
Equity Investments
• Returns are not contractual and may be
better or worse than on a bond
39. MGB Portfolio Management I
Equity Investments
Common Stock
– Represents ownership of a firm
– Investor’s return tied to performance of the company
and may result in loss or gain
40. MGB Portfolio Management I
Acquiring Foreign Equities
1. Purchase of American Depository Receipts (ADRs)
2. Purchase of American shares
3. Direct purchase of foreign shares listed on a U.S.
or foreign stock exchange
4. Purchase of international mutual funds
41. MGB Portfolio Management I
American Depository Receipts (ADRs)
• Easiest way to directly acquire foreign shares
• Certificates of ownership issued by a U.S. bank that
represents indirect ownership of a certain number of
shares of a specific foreign firm on deposit in a U.S. bank
in the firm’s home country
• Buy and sell in U.S. dollars
• Dividends in U.S. dollars
• May represent multiple shares
• Listed on U.S. exchanges
• Very popular
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Direct Purchase of Foreign Shares
• Direct investment in foreign equity markets- difficult and
complicated due to administrative, information, taxation,
and market efficiency problems
• Purchase foreign stocks listed on a U.S. exchange – limited
choice
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Purchase International Mutual Funds
• Global funds - invest in both U.S. and foreign
stocks
• International funds - invest mostly outside the
U.S.
• Funds can specialize
– Diversification across many countries
– Concentrate in a segment of the world
– Concentrate in a specific country
– Concentrate in types of markets
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Special Equity Instruments
• Equity-derivative securities have a claim on
common stock of a firm
• Options are rights to buy or sell at a stated price
for a period of time
• Warrants are options to buy from the company
• Puts are options to sell to an investor
• Calls are options to buy from a stockholder
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Futures Contracts
• Exchange of a particular asset at a specified
delivery date for a stated price paid at the time of
delivery
• Deposit (10% margin) is made by buyer at
contract to protect the seller
• Commodities trading is largely in futures contracts
• Current price depends on expectations
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Financial Futures
• Recent development of contracts on financial instruments
such as T-bills, Treasury bonds, and Eurobonds
• Traded mostly on Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) and
Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT)
• Allow investors and portfolio managers to protect against
volatile interest rates
• Currency futures allow protection against changes in
exchange rates
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Investment Companies
• Rather than buy individual securities directly from the
issuer they can be acquired indirectly through shares in an
investment company
• Investment companies sell shares in itself and uses
proceeds to buy securities
• Investors own part of the portfolio of investments
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Investment Companies
• Money market funds
– Acquire high-quality, short-term investments
– Yields are higher than normal bank CDs
– Typical minimum investment is $1,000
– No sales commission charges
– Withdrawal is by check with no penalty
– Investments usually are not insured
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Investment Companies
• Bond funds
– Invest in long-term government, corporate, or
municipal bonds
– Bond funds vary in bond quality selected for
investment
– Expected returns vary with risk of bonds
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Investment Companies
• Common stock funds
– Many different funds with varying stated investment
objectives
• Aggressive growth, income, precious metals, international
stocks
– Offer diversification to smaller investors
– Sector funds concentrate in an industry
– International funds invest outside the United States
– Global funds invest in the U.S. and other countries
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Investment Companies
• Balanced funds
– Invest in a combination of stocks and bonds
depending on their stated objectives
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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
• Investment fund that invests in a variety of real estate
properties
• Construction and development trusts provide builders
with construction financing
• Mortgage trusts provide long-term financing for
properties
• Equity trusts own various income-producing properties
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Direct Real Estate Investment
• Purchase of a home
– Average cost of a single-family house exceeds $100,000
– Financing by mortgage requires down payment
– Homeowner hopes to sell the house for cost plus a gain
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Direct Real Estate Investment
• Purchase of raw land
– Intention of selling in future for a profit
– Ownership provides a negative cash flow due to
mortgage payments, taxes, and property maintenance
– Risk from selling for an uncertain price and low
liquidity
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Direct Real Estate Investment
• Land Development
– Buy raw land
– Divide into individual lots
– Build houses or a shopping mall on it
– Requires capital, time, and expertise
– Returns from successful development can be
significant
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Low-Liquidity Investments
• Some investments don’t trade on securities markets
• Lack of liquidity keeps many investors away
• Auction sales create wide fluctuations in prices
• Without markets, dealers incur high transaction costs
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Antiques
• Dealers buy at estate sales, refurbish, and sell at a profit
• Serious collectors may enjoy good returns
• Individuals buying a few pieces to decorate a home may
have difficulty overcoming transaction costs to ever
enjoy a profit
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Art
• Investment requires substantial knowledge of art and
the art world
• Acquisition of work from a well-known artist requires
large capital commitments and patience
• High transaction costs
• Uncertainty and illiquidity
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Coins and Stamps
• Enjoyed by many as hobby and as an investment
• Market is more fragmented than stock market,
but more liquid than art and antiques markets
• Price lists are published weekly and monthly
• Grading specifications aid sales
• Wide spread between bid and ask prices
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Diamonds
• Can be illiquid
• Grading determines value, but is subjective
• Investment-grade gems require substantial investments
• No positive cash flow until sold
• Costs of insurance, storage, and appraisal
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In the Beginning
• Suppose you want to start a business to develop iPhone App,
but you have no start up funds.
• At the same time, Makena has money to invest for retirement.
• If the two of you could get together, perhaps both of your
needs can be met. But how does that happen?
• We will examine the effects of financial markets and institutions on
the economy, and look at their general structure and operations.
─ Function and Structure of Financial Markets
─ Internationalization of Financial Markets
─ Types and Functions of Financial Intermediaries
─ Regulation of the Financial System
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Function of Financial Markets
• Channels funds from person or business without
investment opportunities (i.e., “Lender-Savers”) to
one who has them (i.e., “Borrower-Spenders”)
• Improves economic efficiency
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Financial Markets Funds Transferees
Lender-Savers
1. Households
2. Business firms
3. Government
4. Foreigners
Borrower-Spenders
1. Business firms
2. Government
3. Households
4. Foreigners
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Segments of Financial Markets
1. Direct Finance
• Borrowers borrow directly from lenders in financial
markets by selling financial instruments which are claims
on the borrower’s future income or assets
2. Indirect Finance
• Borrowers borrow indirectly from lenders via financial
intermediaries (established to source both loanable
funds and loan opportunities) by issuing financial
instruments which are claims on the borrower’s future
income or assets
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Importance of Financial Markets
• This is important. For example, if you save $1,000, but there
are no financial markets, then you can earn no return on
this—might as well put the money under your mattress.
• However, if a carpenter could use that money to buy a new
saw (increasing her productivity), then he’d be willing to pay
you some interest for the use of the funds.
• Financial markets are critical for producing an efficient
allocation of capital, allowing funds to move from people who
lack productive investment opportunities to people who have
them.
• Financial markets also improve the well-being of consumers,
allowing them to time their purchases better.
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Structure of Financial Markets
1. Debt Markets
─ Short-Term (maturity < 1 year)
─ Long-Term (maturity > 10 year)
─ Intermediate term (maturity in-between)
─ Represented $52.4 trillion at the end of 2009.
2. Equity Markets
─ Pay dividends, in theory forever
─ Represents an ownership claim in the firm
─ Total value of all U.S. equity was $20.5 trillion at the end
of 2009.
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Structure of Financial Markets
1. Primary Market
─ New security issues sold to initial buyers
– Who does the issuer sell to in the Primary Market?
2. Secondary Market
─ Securities previously issued are bought
and sold
– Examples include the NYSE and Nasdaq
– Who trades?
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Structure of Financial Markets
Even though firms don’t get any money, per se, from the
secondary market, it serves two important functions:
•Provide liquidity, making it easy to buy and sell the securities of
the companies
•Establish a price for the securities
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Structure of Financial Markets
We can further classify secondary markets as follows:
1. Exchanges
─ Trades conducted in central locations (e.g., New York
Stock Exchange, CBT)
2. Over-the-Counter Markets
─ Dealers at different locations buy and sell
– Best example is the market for Treasury securities
www.treasurydirect.gov
NYSE home page http://www.nyse.com
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Classifications of Financial Markets
We can also further classify markets by the maturity of
the securities:
1. Money Market: Short-Term
(maturity <= 1 year)
2. Capital Market: Long-Term
(maturity > 1 year) plus equities
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Internationalization of Financial Markets
The internationalization of markets is an important trend. The
U.S. no longer dominates the world stage.
International Bond Market & Eurobonds
– Foreign bonds
• Denominated in a foreign currency
• Targeted at a foreign market
– Eurobonds
• Denominated in one currency, but sold in a different market
• now larger than U.S. corporate bond market)
• Over 80% of new bonds are Eurobonds.
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Internationalization of
Financial Markets
• Eurocurrency Market
– Foreign currency deposited outside of home country
– Eurodollars are U.S. dollars deposited, say, London.
– Gives U.S. borrows an alternative source for dollars.
• World Stock Markets
– U.S. stock markets are no longer always the largest—at
one point, Japan’s was larger
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Global perspective Relative Decline of U.S.
Capital Markets
The U.S. has lost its dominance in many industries: auto
and consumer electronics to name a few.
A similar trend appears at work for U.S. financial markets,
as London and Hong Kong compete. Indeed, many U.S.
firms use these markets over the U.S.
Why?
1. New technology in foreign exchanges
2. 9-11 made U.S. regulations tighter
3. Greater risk of lawsuit in the U.S.
4. Sarbanes-Oxley has increased the cost of being a U.S.-
listed public company
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
Instead of savers lending/investing directly with
borrowers, a financial intermediary (such as a
bank) plays as the middleman:
the intermediary obtains funds from savers
the intermediary then makes loans/investments
with borrowers
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
This process, called financial intermediation, is
actually the primary means of moving funds from
lenders to borrowers.
More important source of finance than securities
markets (such as stocks)
Needed because of transactions costs, risk sharing,
and asymmetric information
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
Transactions Costs
1. Financial intermediaries make profits by reducing
transactions costs
2. Reduce transactions costs by developing expertise and
taking advantage of economies of scale
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
• A financial intermediary’s low transaction costs mean that it
can provide its customers with liquidity services
1. Banks provide depositors with checking accounts that
enable them to pay their bills easily
2. Depositors can earn interest on checking and savings
accounts and yet still convert them into goods and
services whenever necessary
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Global Perspective
Studies show that firms in the U.S., Canada, the U.K.,
and other developed nations usually obtain funds
from financial intermediaries, not directly from
capital markets.
In Germany and Japan, financing from financial
intermediaries exceeds capital market financing 10-
fold.
However, the relative use of bonds versus equity
does differ by country.
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
• FI’s low transaction costs allow them to reduce the
exposure of investors to risk, through a process
known as risk sharing
– FIs create and sell assets with lesser risk to one
party in order to buy assets with greater risk from another
party
– This process is referred to as asset transformation,
because in a sense risky assets are turned into safer assets
for investors
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
Financial intermediaries also help by providing
the means for individuals and businesses to
diversify their asset holdings.
Low transaction costs allow them to buy a
range of assets, pool them, and then sell
rights to the diversified pool to individuals.
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Function of Financial
Intermediaries: Indirect Finance
Another reason FIs exist is to reduce the impact of
asymmetric information.
One party lacks crucial information about another
party, impacting decision-making.
We usually discuss this problem along two fronts:
adverse selection and moral hazard.
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Organization and Functioning of Securities Markets
Questions to be answered:
• What is the purpose and function of a market?
• What are the characteristics that determine the
quality of a market?
• What is the difference between a primary and
secondary capital market and how do these
markets support each other?
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Organization and Functioning of Securities Markets
• What are the national exchanges and how are the major
security markets becoming linked (what is meant by
“passing the book”)?
• What are the regional stock exchanges and the over-the-counter
(OTC) market?
• What are the alternative market-making arrangements
available on the exchanges and the OCT market?
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Organization and Functioning of Securities
Markets
• What are the major types of orders available to investors
and market makers?
• What are the major functions of a specialist on the NYSE
and how does the specialist differ from the central market
maker on other exchanges?
• What are the major factors that have caused the
significant changes in markets around the world in the
past 10 to 15 years?
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What is a market?
• Brings buyers and sellers together to aid in the
transfer of goods and services
• Does not require a physical location
• Both buyers and sellers benefit from the market
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Characteristics of a Good Market
• Availability of past transaction information
– must be timely and accurate
• Liquidity
– marketability
– price continuity
– depth
• Low Transaction costs
• Rapid adjustment of prices to new information
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Organization of the Securities Market
• Primary markets
– Market where new securities are sold and funds go to issuing unit
• Secondary markets
– Market where outstanding securities are bought and sold by investors.
The issuing unit does not receive any funds in a secondary market
transaction
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Corporate Bond and Stock Issues
New issues are divided into two groups
1. Seasoned new issues - new shares offered by firms that
already have stock outstanding
2. Initial public offerings (IPOs) - a firm selling its common
stock to the public for the first time
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Underwriting Relationships with Investment Bankers
1. Negotiated
– Most common
– Full services of underwriter
2. Competitive bids
– Corporation specifies securities offered
– Lower costs
– Reduced services of underwriter
3. Best-efforts
– Investment banker acts as broker
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Why Secondary Financial Markets Are Important
• Provides liquidity to investors who acquire securities in
the primary market
• Results in lower required returns than if issuers had to
compensate for lower liquidity
• Helps determine market pricing for new issues
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Secondary Equity Markets
1. Major national stock exchanges
– New York, American, Tokyo, and London stock exchanges
2. Regional stock exchanges
– Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, Osaka, Nagoya, Dublin, Cincinnati
3. Over-the-counter (OTC) market
– Stocks not listed on organized exchange
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Trading Systems
• Pure auction market
– Buyers and sellers are matched by a broker at a central
location
– Price-driven market
• Dealer market
– Dealers provide liquidity by buying and selling shares
– Dealers may compete against other dealers
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Call Versus Continuous Markets
• Call markets trade individual stocks at specified times to
gather all orders and determine a single price to satisfy the
most orders
• Used for opening prices on NYSE if orders build up overnight
or after trading is suspended
• In a continuous market, trades occur at any time the market is
open
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National Stock Exchanges
• Large number of listed securities
• Prestige of firms listed
• Wide geographic dispersion of listed firms
• Diverse clientele of buyers and sellers
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Regional Exchanges
• Stocks not listed on a formal exchange
– Listing requirements vary
• Listed stocks
– Allow brokers that are not members of a national
exchange access to securities
• Regional Exchanges in United States
– Chicago, Boston, Cincinnati, Pacific, Philadelphia
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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Market
• Not a formal organization
• Largest segment of the U.S. secondary market
• Unlisted stocks and listed stocks (third market)
• Lenient requirements for listing on OTC
• 5,000 issues actively traded on NASDAQ NMS (National
Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations National
Market System)
• 1,000 issues on NASDAQ apart from NMS
• 1,000 issues not on NASDAQ
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Operation of the OTC
• Any stock may be traded as long as it has a willing
market maker to act a dealer
• OTC is a negotiated market
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Third Market
• OTC trading of shares listed on an exchange
• Mostly well known stocks
– GM, IBM, AT&T, Xerox
• Competes with trades on exchange
• May be open when exchange is closed or trading
suspended
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Fourth Market
• Direct trading of securities between two parties with no
broker intermediary
• Usually both parties are institutions
• Can save transaction costs
• No data are available regarding its specific size and growth
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Exchange Membership
• Specialist
• Commission brokers
– Employees of a member firm who buy or sell for the customers of
the firm
• Floor brokers
– Independent members of an exchange who act as broker for other
members
• Registered traders
– Use their membership to buy and sell for their own accounts
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Major Types of Orders
• Market orders
– Buy or sell at the best current price
– Provides immediate liquidity
• Limit orders
– Order specifies the buy or sell price
– Time specifications for order may vary
• Instantaneous - “fill or kill”, part of a day, a full day, several
days, a week, a month, or good until canceled (GTC)
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Major Types of Orders
• Short sales
– Sell overpriced stock that you don’t own and purchase it back
later (at a lower price)
– Borrow the stock from another investor (through your broker)
– Can only be made on an uptick trade
– Must pay any dividends to lender
– Margin requirements apply
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Major Types of Orders
• Special Orders
– Stop loss
• Conditional order to sell stock if it drops to a given price
• Does not guarantee price you will get upon sale
• Market disruptions can cancel such orders
– Stop buy order
• Investor who sold short may want to limit loss if stock
increases in price
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Margin Transactions
• On any type order, instead of paying 100% cash, borrow a
portion of the transaction, using the stock as collateral
• Interest rate on margin credit may be below prime rate
• Regulations limit proportion borrowed
– Margin requirements are from 50% up
• Changes in price affect investor’s equity
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Margin Transactions
Buy 200 shares at $50 = $10,000 position
Borrow 50%, investment of $5,000
If price increases to $60, position
– Value is $12,000
– Less - $5,000 borrowed
– Leaves $7,000 equity for a
– $7,000/$12,000 = 58% equity position
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Margin Transactions
Buy 200 shares at $50 = $10,000 position
Borrow 50%, investment of $5,000
If price decreases to $40, position
– Value is $8,000
– Less - $5,000 borrowed
– Leaves $3,000 equity for a
– $3,000/$8,000 = 37.5% equity position
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Margin Transactions
• Initial margin requirement at least 50%. Set up by the Fed.
• Maintenance margin
– Requirement proportion of equity to stock
– Protects broker if stock price declines
– Minimum requirement is 25%
– Margin call on undermargined account to meet margin
requirement
– If margin call not met, stock will be sold to pay off the loan
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Exchange Market Makers U.S. Markets
• Specialist is exchange member assigned to handle
particular stocks
– Has two roles:
– Broker to match buyers and sellers
– Dealer to maintain fair and orderly market
• Specialist has two income sources
– Broker commission, without risk
– Dealer trading income from profit, with risk
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Asymmetric Information:
Adverse Selection and Moral Hazard
Adverse Selection
1. Before transaction occurs
2. Potential borrowers most likely to produce adverse
outcome are ones most likely to seek a loan
3. Similar problems occur with insurance where unhealthy
people want their known medical problems covered
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Asymmetric Information:
Adverse Selection and Moral Hazard
• Moral Hazard
1. After transaction occurs
2. Hazard that borrower has incentives to engage in
undesirable (immoral) activities making it more
likely that won’t pay loan back
3. Again, with insurance, people may engage in risky
activities only after being insured
4. Another view is a conflict of interest
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Asymmetric Information:
Adverse Selection and Moral Hazard
Financial intermediaries reduce adverse selection and
moral hazard problems, enabling them to make profits.
How they do this is the covered in many of the
chapters to come.
Because of their expertise in screening and
monitoring, they minimize their losses, earning a
higher return on lending and paying higher yields to
savers.
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Regulation of Financial Markets
Main Reasons for Regulation
1. Increase Information to Investors
• Decreases adverse selection and moral hazard problems
• SEC forces corporations to disclose information
2. Ensuring the Soundness of Financial Intermediaries
• Prevents financial panics
• Chartering, reporting requirements, restrictions on assets and
activities, deposit insurance, and anti-competitive measures
3. Improving Monetary Control
• Reserve requirements
• Deposit insurance to prevent bank panics
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Regulation Reason:
Increase Investor Information
• Asymmetric information in financial markets means that investors may
be subject to adverse selection and moral hazard problems that may
hinder the efficient operation of financial markets and may also keep
investors away from financial markets
• The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requires corporations
issuing securities to disclose certain information about their sales,
assets, and earnings to the public and restricts trading by the largest
stockholders (known as insiders) in the corporation
• Such government regulation can reduce adverse selection and moral
hazard problems in financial markets and increase their efficiency by
increasing the amount of information available to investors. Indeed, the
SEC has been particularly active recently in pursuing illegal insider
trading.
SEC home page http://www.sec.gov
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Regulation Reason: Ensure Soundness of
Financial Intermediaries
Asymmetric information makes it difficult to evaluate whether
the financial intermediaries are sound or not.
Can result in panics, bank runs, and failure of intermediaries.
To protect the public and the economy from financial panics,
the government has implemented six types of regulations:
─ Restrictions on Entry
─ Disclosure
─ Restrictions on Assets and Activities
─ Deposit Insurance
─ Limits on Competition
─ Restrictions on Interest Rates
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Regulation: Restriction on Entry
Restrictions on Entry
─ Regulators have created very tight regulations as to who is allowed to
set up a financial intermediary
─ Individuals or groups that want to establish a
financial intermediary, such as a bank or an insurance company, must
obtain a charter from the state or the federal government
─ Only if they are upstanding citizens with impeccable credentials and a
large amount of initial funds will they be given a charter.
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Regulation: Disclosure
Disclosure Requirements
There are stringent reporting requirements for
financial intermediaries
─ Their bookkeeping must follow certain strict principles,
─ Their books are subject to periodic inspection,
─ They must make certain information available to
the public.
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Regulation: Restriction on
Assets and Activities
Restrictions on the activities and assets of intermediaries
helps to ensure depositors that their funds are safe and that
the bank or other financial intermediary will be able to meet
its obligations.
– Intermediary are restricted from certain risky activities
– And from holding certain risky assets, or at least from
holding a greater quantity of these risky assets than is
prudent
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Regulation: Deposit Insurance
The government can insure people depositors to a
financial intermediary from any financial loss if the
financial intermediary should fail
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
insures each depositor at a commercial bank or
mutual savings bank up to a loss of $250,000 per
account.
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Regulation: Limits on Competition
Although the evidence that unbridled competition among
financial intermediaries promotes failures that will harm the
public is extremely weak, it has not stopped the state and
federal governments from imposing many restrictive
regulations
In the past, banks were not allowed to open up branches in
other states, and in some states banks were restricted from
opening
additional locations
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Regulation: Restrictions
on Interest Rates
Competition has also been inhibited by regulations that
impose restrictions on interest rates that can be paid on
deposits
These regulations were instituted because of the widespread
belief that unrestricted interest-rate competition helped
encourage bank failures during the Great Depression
Later evidence does not seem to support this view, and
restrictions on interest rates have
been abolished
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Regulation Reason:
Improve Monetary Control
Because banks play a very important role in determining the
supply of money (which in turn affects many aspects of the
economy), much regulation of these financial intermediaries
is intended to improve control over the money supply
One such regulation is reserve requirements, which make it
obligatory for all depository institutions to keep a certain
fraction of their deposits in accounts with the Federal Reserve
System (the Fed), the central bank in the United States
Reserve requirements help the Fed exercise more precise
control over the money supply
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International Financial Regulation
Those countries with similar economic systems also
implement financial regulation consistent with the
U.S. model: Japan, Canada, and Western Europe
─ Financial reporting for corporations is required
─ Financial intermediaries are heavily regulated
However, U.S. banks are more regulated along
dimensions of branching and services than their
foreign counterparts.