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    Introduction

     Economic Exposure:
     - Risk of changes in a firm's cash flows due to
    currency value changes.
     Example: If a U.S. company exports goods to
    Europe, a stronger dollar reduces revenue.

     Translation Exposure:
     - Risk from converting foreign financial statements
    into the parent company’s currency.
     Example: A Japanese subsidiary’s profits shrink
    when yen weakens against the dollar.
    Why Managing Exposure
    is Important
     For Multinational Corporations (MNCs):
     - Protect profits from exchange rate volatility.
     - Ensure stable financial performance.
     - Maintain investor confidence.

     Key Difference:
     - Economic Exposure = Long-term cash flow
    impact.
     - Translation Exposure = Short-term accounting
    impact.
    Managing Economic
    Exposure
     Step 1: Assess Economic Exposure:
     - Evaluate how currency changes affect costs, revenues,
    and profits.
     - Use tools like scenario analysis and sensitivity testing.

     Step 2: Restructure Operations:


     - Shift production to countries with favorable currency
    trends.
     - Diversify sourcing and sales across multiple countries.

     Step 3: Implement Hedging:


     - Use currency forward contracts or swaps to lock in
    exchange rates.
    Limitations of Managing
    Economic Exposure
     Restructuring may involve high costs and
    operational complexity.
     Hedging provides temporary relief but doesn't
    eliminate long-term risks.
     Predicting currency movements is inherently
    uncertain.
    Case Study: Savor Co.

     Scenario:
     - Savor Co. exports furniture from the U.S. to Europe.
     - The euro weakens, reducing revenue in dollars.

     Strategies Used:
     - Shifted some production to Europe to balance costs.
     - Used forward contracts to hedge expected euro
    receipts.

     Outcome:
     - Stabilized revenue despite currency fluctuations.
    Managing Translation
    Exposure
     Why It Matters:
     - Financial statements must reflect accurate value
    when consolidated.
     - Currency changes can distort a company’s
    financial health.

     Hedging Tools:
     - Forward contracts to fix exchange rates for
    future conversions.
     - Balancing assets and liabilities in the same
    currency.
    Challenges in Managing
    Translation Exposure
     Hedging Limitations:
     - Costly to hedge every subsidiary’s exposure.
     - Forward contracts only work for short-term
    forecasts.

     Accounting Standards:
     - Rules vary by country, adding complexity.
    Practical Tips for Financial
    Managers
     Regularly monitor currency markets.
     Diversify revenue streams across multiple
    currencies.
     Use a mix of natural hedging (e.g., matching
    currency of costs and revenues) and financial
    hedging.
     Communicate risks and strategies clearly to
    stakeholders.
    Summary

     Key Takeaways:
     - Economic exposure affects cash flows;
    translation exposure affects accounting.
     - Proactive management includes assessment,
    restructuring, and hedging.
     - Challenges remain, but careful planning reduces
    risks.
    Q&A

     Ask Away!
     Ready to discuss practical examples and clarify
    concepts.

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