International economics

International economics

International trade theories, policies, finances and their effects on economic activities.

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Footloose factor

Economy; International economics

A factor that can move easily across national borders, in contrast to one that, due to inclination or constraints, cannot. Footloose factors are sometimes thought to have an advantage in a globalised ...

Foreign direct investment (FDI)

Economy; International economics

Acquisition or construction of physical capital by a firm from one (source) country in another (host) country. The term sometimes refers to the flow per unit time, sometimes to the accumulated stock.

Foreign trade zone

Economy; International economics

An area within a country where imported goods can be stored or processed without being subject to import duty. Also called a "free zone," "free port," or "bonded warehouse. "

Formula approach

Economy; International economics

A procedure for organising multilateral trade negotiations using a formula for tariff reductions as a starting point.

Forward contract

Economy; International economics

A binding commitment to buy or sell currency on a forward market.

Forward integration

Economy; International economics

Acquisition by a firm of a larger part of its distribution chain, moving it closer to selling directly to its ultimate customers.

Forward market

Economy; International economics

A market for exchange of currencies in the future. Participants in a forward market enter into a contract to exchange currencies, not today, but at a specified date in the future, typically 30, 60, ...