The closing case explores the implications of changing currency values at 3M. With about 60 percent of its annual revenues coming from outside the United States, 3M is especially vulnerable to fluctuations in exchange rates. Indeed, 3M believes that adverse currency movements cost the company some $42 million in pretax profits in 2018, and $11 million in 2017. 3M uses various strategies to reduce its exchange rate risk including forward contracts and foreign currency debt.

The closing case explores the implications of changing currency values at 3M. With about 60 percent of its annual revenues coming from outside the United States, 3M is especially vulnerable to fluctuations in exchange rates. Indeed, 3M believes that adverse currency movements cost the company some $42 million in pretax profits in 2018, and $11 million in 2017. 3M uses various strategies to reduce its exchange rate risk including forward contracts and foreign currency debt.

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Author:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Publisher:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Chapter29: Exchange Rates And International Capital Flows

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 20RQ: How can an unexpected fall in exchange rates injure the financial health of a nations banks?

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