Chapter 8

Discussion Prompt:

What are the benefits of Geely’s investment in South Carolina to the economic growth of the US economy? 

What are the potential costs? 

Do you think it is in the best interest of the US to let this investment proceed?

1. Assignment Resources:

Before you complete this assignment:

1. Read Chapter 8

Review the Chapter 8 Lecture Notes

1. Reread Chapter 8 Closing Case: Geely goes Global  

Chapter 10

Discussion Prompt:

You are the CFO of a U.S. firm whose wholly-owned subsidiary in Mexico manufactures component parts for your U.S. assembly operations. The subsidiary has been financed by bank borrowings in the United States. One of your analysts told you that the Mexican peso is expected to depreciate by 30 percent against the dollar on the foreign exchange markets over the next year. 

What actions, if any, should you take?

• Assignment Resources:
• Before you complete this assignment:
• Read Chapter 10