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Fundamentals of Investment Management, 7/e
Geoffrey A. Hirt, DePaul University
Stanley B. Block, Texas Christian University

International Securities Markets

Chapter Objectives


  1. Describe the diversification benefits of international investments.
  2. Explain the difference between market performance in developed countries versus emerging countries.
  3. Describe the return potential in foreign markets versus the United States.
  4. Explain the effect of currency fluctuations on rates of return.
  5. Understand the various methods of participating in foreign investments.
  6. Describe the risks and obstacles associated with foreign investments.




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