Whohauser Is a U

question 30

Multiple Choice

Whohauser is a U.S.-based forest products firm. In June Whohauser delivers a shipment of raw lumber to Japan. The ¥55,000,000 receivable is due in 180 days. The firm's foreign exchange advisors believe the yen will be at about ¥115/$ then. The current spot rate is ¥110/$. Whohauser has received a 180 day forward quote of ¥108/$. If the company does nothing and the exchange rate stays the same as the current spot rate of ¥110/$, how much will the firm receive in dollars in 180 days? Is this cash flow risky or known with certainty today?

• A) $509,259 certain
• B) $500,000 risky
• C) $479,261 certain
• D) None of the above

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