OR Discuss the parameters used to identify Currency Risk.
CA Final · Advanced Financial Management · RTP · September 2025
OR Discuss the parameters used to identify Currency Risk.
Suggested Answer and Working Notes:
OR Some of the parameters to identity the currency risk are as follows: (1) Government Action: The Government action of any country has visual impact in its currency. For example, the UK Govt. decision to divorce from European Union i.e. Brexit brought the pound to its lowest since 1980's. (2) Nominal Interest Rate: As per interest rate parity (IRP) the currency exchange rate depends on the nominal interest of that country. (3) Inflation Rate: Purchasing power parity theory discussed in later chapters impact the value of currency. (4) Natural Calamities: Any natural calamity can have negative impact. (5) War, Coup, Rebellion etc.: All these actions can have far reaching impact on currency's exchange rates. (6) Change of Government: The change of government and its attitude towards foreign investment also helps to identify the currency risk.
Topics: Foreign Exchange Exposure and Risk Management, Portfolio Management
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