How Does the Fed Intervene in the Foreign Exchange Market

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Essay

How does the Fed intervene in the foreign exchange market and what the effects are of the Fed's actions?

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Cash Dividend

A payment made by a company out of its earnings to shareholders, usually in cash.

Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a corporation after deducting its liabilities, representing shareholders' ownership.

Earnings

The amount by which revenues exceed expenses.

Outstanding Shares

The aggregate amount of a company's shares that have been distributed and are owned by investors.