Exchange Rates and Competitiveness
Economics · 6th Year · The Global Economy and International Trade · 3.º Período

Exchange Rates and Competitiveness

Analysing how currency fluctuations impact import and export prices, and overall national competitiveness.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLeaving Certificate Economics LO 4.3Leaving Certificate Economics LO 4.4

About This Topic

Analysing how currency fluctuations impact import and export prices, and overall national competitiveness.

Key Questions

  1. How does a strong Euro affect Irish exports to the US and UK?
  2. What factors determine a country's exchange rate?
  3. How can Irish firms maintain competitiveness globally?

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