In Regards to Global Convergence

question 16

Short Answer

In regards to global convergence:
a. Advocates argue that globalization will unleash a "survival-of the-fittest" process.
b. Advocates claim firms will be forced to adopt globally the best practices.
c. Others contend that governance practices will continue to diverge throughout the world.
d. The text indicates that complete divergence in corporate governance is probably unrealistic.
e. All of the above.

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Definitions:

Net Operating Working Capital

A financial metric that calculates the difference between a company's operating current assets and its operating current liabilities.

Current Assets

Assets on a balance sheet expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within one year or the business cycle, whichever is longer.

Current Liabilities

Current Liabilities are a company's debts or obligations that are due to be paid to creditors within one year, including accounts payable, short-term loans, and other short-term financial obligations.

Investor-Supplied Operating Assets

Assets provided by investors for the purpose of generating sales and profits for the business, such as plant, equipment, and inventory.