If an Investor Can Obtain More of a Foreign Currency

question 47

True/False

If an investor can obtain more of a foreign currency for a dollar in the forward market than in the spot market, then the forward currency is said to be selling at a discount to the spot rate.

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Definitions:

Directional

In investing, this term refers to strategies or trades based on the anticipated direction of the market or an asset's price movement.

Arbitrage

A zero-risk, zero-net investment strategy that still generates profits.

Transparency

In finance, it refers to the extent to which investors have ready access to required financial information about a company, market, or security.

Investment Strategy

A plan designed to guide an investor's selection of an investment portfolio, typically based on goals, risk tolerance, and future needs for capital.