Economic Influences (Edexcel A-Level Business): Flashcards

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Exchange Rates
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Exchange rate definition

Price of one currency in terms of another currency

Convert FROM pounds to foreign currency - operation?

Multiply the pound amount by the exchange rate

Convert FROM foreign currency TO pounds - operation?

Divide foreign currency amount by exchange rate

Appreciation of exchange rate meaning

Exchange rate rises; currency increases in value

Effect of appreciation on export prices & demand

Exports more expensive; demand falls

Effect of appreciation on import prices & demand

Imports cheaper; demand rises

Depreciation of exchange rate meaning

Exchange rate falls; currency loses value

Effect of depreciation on export prices & demand

Exports cheaper; demand rises

SPICED mnemonic stands for?

Strong Pound, Imports Cheaper, Exports Dearer

Typical commission charge for currency conversion

Around 2%

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