An International Bank with a Positive Net Exposure in a Given

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True/False

An international bank with a positive net exposure in a given foreign currency is said to be in a net short position in that particular currency.

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Definitions:

Government Securities

Financial instruments issued by a government to raise funds from investors, promising to pay back with interest, including treasury bonds, bills, and notes considered low-risk investments.

Federal Reserve Board

The governing body of the Federal Reserve System, responsible for overseeing the U.S. central banking system.

Government Securities

Financial instruments issued by a government to raise funds from the public, including bonds and treasury bills, with a promise to pay back with interest.

Securities

Assets that denote a share in the equity of a corporation available on the public market (stock), a lending agreement with a government or corporate body (bond), or ownership claims evidenced by an option.