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The Authors Describe an Application of Uncovered Interest Arbitrage (UIA)

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The authors describe an application of uncovered interest arbitrage (UIA) known as "yen carry trade." Define UIA and describe the example of yen carry trade. Why would an investor engage in the practice of yen carry trade and is there any risk of loss or lesser profit from this investment strategy?


Definitions:

Lot Sizing

The determination of the optimal quantity of units to produce or order in a single batch, considering factors like demand, production costs, and storage capacity.

Lead Time

The period between the initiation and completion of a process, such as the time from order to delivery.

Lead Times

The amount of time that elapses between the initiation and the completion of a production process or the delivery of a service.

Order Completion

The process of fulfilling customer orders from start to finish including manufacturing, packaging, and shipping.

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