Yokahama Sports Equipment Ltd

question 144

True/False

Yokahama Sports Equipment Ltd. is a successful manufacturer and distributor of sports equipment in the Far East, Australia, and Europe. Top management sees attractive opportunities in the U.S. market because of the stable economy and government. In addition, of course, Americans have disposable income to spend and are willing to buy imported goods. Yokahama executives realize, however, that entering the U.S. market can be difficult and that they’ll need a well-planned strategy.
-Should dumping become an issue,Yokahama might turn to the WTO for resolution of the dispute.

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