Question: Mattel is a U.S.-based company whose sales are roughly two-thirds in dollars (Asia and the Americas) and one-third in euros (Europe). In September Mattel delivers

Mattel is a U.S.-based company whose sales are roughly two-thirds in dollars (Asia and the Americas) and one-third in euros (Europe). In September Mattel delivers a large shipment of toys (primarily Barbies and Hot Wheels) to a major distributor in Antwerp. The receivable, 30 million, is due in 90 days, standard terms for the toy industry in Europe. Mattel's treasury team has collected the following currency and market quotes. The company's foreign exchange advisors believe the euro will be at about $1.4200/ in 90 days. What are the various hedging options available to Mattel

Assumptions Values

90-day A/R () 30,000,000.00

Current spot rate ($/) $1.4158

Credit Suisse 90-day forward rate ($/) $1.4172

Barclays 90-day forward rate ($/) $1.4195

Expected spot rate in 90 days ($/) $1.4200

90-day eurodollar interest rate 4.000%

90-day euro interest rate 3.885%

Implied 90-day forward rate (calculated, $/) $1.4162

90-day eurodollar borrowing rate 5.000%

90-day euro borrowing rate 5.000%

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