Question : Case Study: PQR Enterprises - Funding Strategies for Diversification
PQR Enterprises is a well-established conglomerate planning to diversify its business operations. The company is evaluating various sources of business finance to support its diversification plans.
Questions : Different Sources of Finance
What are GDRs and ADRs, which PQR Enterprises is considering as potential sources of finance?
Option 1: Employee performance metrics
Option 2: International financial regulations
Option 3: International financial instruments
Option 4: Strategies for reducing operational costs
Correct Answer: International financial instruments
Solution : The correct answer is (c) International financial instruments
GDRs (Global Depository Receipts) and ADRs (American Depositary Receipts) are financial instruments that allow companies to raise capital in international markets by issuing depositary receipts. GDRs are traded outside the United States, while ADRs are traded in the United States. Both GDRs and ADRs represent ownership in the issuing company and enable companies to access a broader base of international investors and raise funds by listing and trading these instruments on international stock exchanges. This facilitates global investment in the company's shares.




