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Chapter 2: International Flow of Funds

International Flow of Funds Learning Objectives To explain the key components of the balance of payments; and To explain how the international flow of funds is influenced by economic factors and other factors.

Balance of Payments Balance of payment is a measurement of international money flow. We can also say that it is a statistical record of a country’s transactions with the rest of the world. It is worth studying for few reasons First, it provides detailed information concerning the demand and supply of a country’s currency. Second, It may signal its potential as a business partner for the rest of the world. Third balance of payment data can be used to evaluate the performance of the country in international economic condition.

Balance of Payments The balance of payments is a measurement of all transactions between domestic and foreign residents over a specified period of time. Each transaction is recorded as both a credit and a debit, i.e. double-entry bookkeeping. The transactions are presented in three groups – a current account, a capital account, and a financial account.

Balance of Payments The current account summarizes the flow of funds between one specified country and all other countries due to: the purchases or sales of goods; purchases or sales of services; income payments or receipts on financial assets;

Balance of Payments The current account is commonly used to assess the balance of trade, which is simply the difference between merchandise exports and merchandise imports. Current Account Components (three components) Trade deficits J curve effect

J-Curve Effect In fact, initially trade deficit may worsen and then bounce back. This phenomenon is known as J-curve effect. U.S. Trade Balance Time J Curve

Balance of Payments The new capital account (as defined in the 1993 System of National Accounts and the fifth edition of IMF’s Balance of Payments Manual) is adopted by the U.S. in 1999. The capital account includes the value of financial assets transferred across country borders by people who moved to a different country It also includes the value of non produced non financial assets that are transferred across country borders such as patents and trademarks.

Balance of Payments The financial account (which was called the capital account previously) summarizes the flow of funds resulting from the sale of assets between one specified country and all other countries. Assets include official reserves, other government assets, direct foreign investments, investments in securities, etc. Financial Account components

International Trade Flows Different countries rely on trade to different extents. The trade volume of European countries is typically between 30 – 40% of their respective GDP, while the trade volume of U.S. and Japan is typically between 10 – 20% of their respective GDP. Nevertheless, the volume of trade has grown over time for most countries.

Factors Affecting International Trade Flows Cost of labor Inflation A relative increase in a country’s inflation rate will decrease its current account, as imports increase and exports decrease. National Income A relative increase in a country’s income level will decrease its current account, as imports increase. Impact of the credit crisis on trade

Factors Affecting International Trade Flows Government policies A government may reduce its country’s imports by imposing tariffs on imported goods, or by enforcing a quota. Note that other countries may retaliate by imposing their own trade restrictions. Sometimes though, trade restrictions may be imposed on certain products for health and safety reasons.

Factors Affecting International Trade Flows Exchange Rates If a country’s currency begins to rise in value, its current account balance will decrease as imports increase and exports decrease. Note that the factors are interactive, such that their simultaneous influence on the balance of trade is a complex one.

Correcting A Balance of Trade Deficit By reconsidering the factors that affect the balance of trade, some common correction methods can be developed. For example, a floating exchange rate system may correct a trade imbalance automatically since the trade imbalance will affect the demand and supply of the currencies involved.

Correcting A Balance of Trade Deficit However, a weak home currency may not necessarily improve a trade deficit. Foreign companies may lower their prices to maintain their competitiveness. Some other currencies may weaken too. Many trade transactions are prearranged and cannot be adjusted immediately. The impact of exchange rate movements on intracompany trade, which makes up more than 50% of all international trade, is limited.

International Capital Flows Capital flows usually represent portfolio investment or direct foreign investment. The DFI positions inside and outside the U.S. have risen substantially over time, indicating increasing globalization. In particular, both DFI positions increased during periods of strong economic growth.

Factors Affecting DFI Changes in Restrictions Privatization New opportunities may arise from the removal of government barriers. Privatization DFI has also been stimulated by the selling of government operations. Potential Economic Growth Countries with higher potential economic growth are more likely to attract DFI.

Factors Affecting DFI Tax Rates Exchange Rates Countries that impose relatively low tax rates on corporate earnings are more likely to attract DFI. Exchange Rates Firms will typically prefer to invest their funds in a country when that country’s currency is expected to strengthen.

Factors Affecting International Portfolio Investment Tax Rates on Interest or Dividends Investors will normally prefer countries where the tax rates are relatively low. Interest Rates Money tends to flow to countries with high interest rates. Exchange Rates Foreign investors may be attracted if the local currency is expected to strengthen.

Agencies that Facilitate International Flows World Bank Group Established in 1944, the Group assists development with the primary focus of helping the poorest people and the poorest countries. It has 183 member countries, and is composed of five organizations - IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA and ICSID. IBRD: International Bank for Reconstruction and Development IDA: International Development Association IFC: International Finance Committee MIGA: Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency ICSID: International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes

Agencies that Facilitate International Flows World Trade Organization (WTO) Created in 1995, the WTO is the successor to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). It deals with the global rules of trade between nations to ensure that trade flows smoothly, predictably and freely. At the heart of the WTO's multilateral trading system are its trade agreements.

Agencies that Facilitate International Flows Bank for International Settlements (BIS) Set up in 1930, the BIS is an international organization that fosters cooperation among central banks and other agencies in pursuit of monetary and financial stability. It is the “central banks’ central bank” and “lender of last resort.”

Agencies that Facilitate International Flows Regional Development Agencies Agencies with more regional objectives relating to economic development include the Inter-American Development Bank; the Asian Development Bank; the African Development Bank; and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

Impact of International Trade on an MNC’s Value E (CFj,t ) = expected cash flows in currency j to be received by the U.S. parent at the end of period t E (ERj,t ) = expected exchange rate at which currency j can be converted to dollars at the end of period t k = weighted average cost of capital of the parent Exchange Rate Movements Inflation in Foreign Countries National Income in Foreign Countries Trade Agreements