As the Interest Rate Increases, What Happens to the Present

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Essay

As the interest rate increases, what happens to the present value of a future payment? Explain why changes in the interest rate will lead to changes in the quantity of loanable funds demanded and investment spending.

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Definitions:

Fair Value

The estimated price at which an asset could be bought or sold in a current transaction between willing parties, other than in a liquidation.

Equity Investments

Investments in shares of companies with the aim of earning dividends or selling the shares at a higher price.

Non-strategic Investments

Investments not central to a company's business model or core mission, often made for diversification or income generation purposes rather than long-term strategic initiatives.

Investment in Associates

A financial interest held in another company that gives the investor significant influence, typically reflected by ownership of 20% to 50% of the voting stock.