18-69 Why Do FIs Face a Return or Interest Earnings

question 84

Multiple Choice

18-69 Why do FIs face a return or interest earnings penalty by holding large amounts of assets such as cash,T-bills,and T-bonds to reduce liquidity risk?

• A)These assets carry a reserve requirement tax.
• B)These assets offer low returns.
• C)These assets offer higher returns that reflect their risk.
• D)Inflation increases the purchasing power value of these assets.
• E)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Homemade Leverage

A strategy whereby investors adjust the financial leverage of their investment by borrowing or lending money on their own, rather than relying on the leverage inherent in their investments.

Financial Leverage

The use of borrowed funds (debt) to amplify the potential return on investment.

Personal Borrowing

Personal borrowing involves an individual obtaining funds from a lender (such as a bank or financial institution) for personal use, which could range from purchasing a home to funding education.