Global Markets and International Trade · Global Markets

Exchange Rates

Understanding how the value of a currency is determined and how it affects international competitiveness.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does a weak currency affect the cost of living for residents?
  2. 2What incentives are driving investors to buy a specific currency?
  3. 3Who benefits more from a strong pound: exporters or importers?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Economics - International TradeGCSE: Economics - Exchange Rates
Year: Year 11
Subject: Economics
Unit: Global Markets and International Trade
Period: Global Markets

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