Briefly Describe the Three Key Sources of Unsecured, Short-Term Funds

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Essay

Briefly describe the three key sources of unsecured, short-term funds.

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Definitions:

Foreign Investment

Foreign investment involves capital flows from one country to another, granting the investor ownership stakes in foreign companies or assets, aiming for future returns on the investments.

Creditors

Individuals or institutions that lend money or extend credit, expecting to be repaid, usually with interest.

Great Recession

A severe global economic downturn that occurred from late 2007 through mid-2009, marked by significant declines in GDP, high unemployment, and financial instability.

Trade Deficit

A situation where a country's imports exceed its exports during a specific period, leading to a negative balance of trade.