What are the most costly expenses for MNC and in emerging markets?
Multinational companies might face many challenges related to infrastructure, organizational corruption , training to local hires , cultural differences and some hidden barriers in conducting the smooth flow of business operations. In emerging markets like India, Bangladesh, China , Africa etc. , MNCs may require to spend money on following cost incurring area:
1) Investment for infrastructure or setup to organizational premises
2) Training and development cost for local employees as well as cross cultural training needs for home country personnel.
3) Clearness fee for environmental and other permits
4) Many times spend money to corrupt government authorities .
Q2. What are some of the risks that foreign companies face in emerging markets due to the political and legal framework?
What are the risks of doing business in emerging markets such as Indonesia, and how can they be reduced? Question from Chapter 10 Closing Case, International Business: The New Realities (Australian Edition)
Case 8.2 page 268“Targeting Emerging Markets” at the end of chapter 8 of the “Global Marketing” textbook by Gillespie, K., & Hennessey, D. Answer the following questions: Why do companies such as P&G target emerging markets? Do you agree with this strategy? What are the dangers of targeting emerging markets? What advice would you give P&G for engaging competitor Unilever? What advice would you give Unilever?
What are the main indicators of emerging markets comparatively better performance during the last five economic recessions?
identify at least three of the greatest opportunities occurring with emerging markets. Explain the following: Why are these important? How do these opportunities impact America or do they? What are the main three risks and challenges with emerging markets? Why are these considered risks and challenges?
1-Why are emerging markets making a come back?
Do emerging markets have consistent valuation standards?
4) List and discuss three strategy options for competing in emerging markets.
Describe some of the challenges of doing business in emerging markets. (in 500 words)
Emerging markets attract inward foreign direct investment (FDI) due to their low cost advantages and significant market potential. Recently, we are also seeing an increasing volume of outward FDI from emerging markets. Why are these emerging market firms investing overseas despite their home market attractiveness and their lack of international experience? Please discuss the firm’s motives and viable strategies of emerging market firms conducting FDI overseas.