The presence of a well developed financial market and a wide array of financial instruments is beneficial to the overall economy since the flow of funds would be greater. * True or False?

Which statement is TRUE regarding financial capital?

A well-functioning financial system does all of these EXCEPT: a. foster economic growth by directing savings to its most productive use. b. allocate risk among market participants. c. eliminate systematic risk through diversification. d. direct resources from savers to borrowers.

Explain in a few paragraphs why interest rates have recently been increased in Australia? Use economic theory and models.

"Knowing how to secure your financial well-being is one of the most important things you'll ever need in life. You don't have to be a genius to do it. You just need to know a few basics, form a plan, and be ready to stick to it. No matter how much or little money you have, the important thing is to educate yourself about your opportunities. At the SEC [Securities and Exchange Commission], we enforce the laws that determine how investments are offered and sold to you. These laws protect investors, but you need to do your part, too. No one can guarantee that you'll make money from investments you make." Use the excerpt from the SEC's Guide to Saving and Investing to answer the following. Be sure to write in complete sentences. Explain different types of investments and savings accounts and how they help your money grow over time. Describe the importance of government agencies, like the SEC, in protecting your investments.

True or false: Investors and lenders are the same group of people

What group of people benefits from a higher interest rate? Explain how they benefit.

Which of the following is not a key dimension of financialization?   Private equity   Profits via the global sale of goods and services   Public sector budget austerity   Share price maximization

Explain the nature of individual and business decisions which drive the demand and supply of financial capital. Specifically. what kinds of factors will shift demand and supply of financial capital?

Describe the Net present-worth with an example?