Question:Herredura, S.A., based in Monterey, Mexico, is
seeking financing for a new production facility. The treasurer...
Question
Herredura, S.A., based in Monterey, Mexico, is
seeking financing for a new production facility. The treasurer...
Herredura, S.A., based in Monterey, Mexico, is
seeking financing for a new production facility. The treasurer of
the firm is considering a USD denominated loan as the interest rate
is much lower than in Mexico (5% in the U.S. vs. 8% in Mexico). The
amount of the loan is $1.2m. The current exchange rate is MXN
19.4500/USD.
What would be the effective interest rate on the loan if the
exchange is MXN 19.1200/USD a year from now when the loan,
principal and interest, is repaid?
What would be the effective interest rate on the loan if the
exchange rate is MXN 20.1500/USD in one year?