Suppose 6 months ago a British investor bought a 6-month Canadian Treasury bill at a price of $9,708.74,with a maturity value of $10,000.The exchange rate at that time was 1.9516 dollars per pound.Today,at maturity,the exchange rate is 2.0751 dollars per pound.What is the annualized rate of return to the British investor?

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The investor initially spent £4,975.43 (9,708.74 / 1.9516) and received £4,819.43 (10,000 / 2.0751) at maturity. The loss is £156, resulting in a 3.13% loss over 6 months, or -6.26% annualized.

Suppose 6 Months Ago a British Investor Bought a 6-Month