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HBA Limited Purchased Equipment Manufactured in Australia

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HBA Limited purchased equipment manufactured in Australia. The contract was for 10,000,000 Australian dollars, due in 180 days. The present exchange rate in US dollars is $.51 per Australian dollar and the 180-day forward rate is $.514. If the rate actually goes to $.50 in 180 days, what is the US dollar gain or loss incurred if no hedge is taken relative to a hedged position?


A) $392,157 gain
B) $ 40,000 loss
C) $100,000 gain
D) None of the above

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