If the Australian Government Sells a Bond to the Bank

question 176

Multiple Choice

If the Australian government sells a bond to the Bank of China,how is this recorded in Australia's balance of payments?

• A) A positive entry on the trade account
• B) Capital inflow into Australia's financial account
• C) A negative entry on the financial account
• D) An increase in foreign direct investment into Australia

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders and is instead reinvested in the business.

Dividends In Arrears

Dividends on preferred stock that have not been paid in the scheduled time but are owed to preferred shareholders.

Cumulative Preferred Shares

Cumulative Preferred Shares are a type of preferred stock where dividends accumulate if not paid out, ensuring shareholders are paid past dividends before common shareholders.

Cash Dividend

A payment made by a corporation to its shareholders, usually in the form of cash, as a share of the company's current earnings.