2) What is causing the trouble for Silicon Valley Bank?
The main problem is that Bank deposits are shrinking because of 2 reasons:
i) Increased cash burn by clients(Startups)
ii) Drop in venture capital deposits in the bank
Hence, bank is facing the liquidity issue.
3) What has triggered the stock fall of 60%?
The management of SVB revealed their plan to raise $2.25 billion through a stock sale to ensure sufficient liquidity.
The confirmation of the announcement indicates that the bank is experiencing a shortage of cash, leading depositors to withdraw their funds from the institution.
Certain prominent funds have instructed their portfolio companies to withdraw their funds from the bank.
The federally insured limit in the US is $250,000, meaning that if the bank were to fail, any funds exceeding this amount may be at risk of being lost.
In India, the insured limit is INR 5 Lakh per Bank.
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Margin Call: When a company's shares go down below a preset value that can cover the bank's loan value, the bank will ask for more money or shares as a guarantee that the loan will be paid back.
If the business owner is unable to meet the bank's request for additional funds or collateral, the bank has the authority to sell the pledged shares on the stock market to secure repayment of the loan.
When the demand for a bond increases, its price goes up, leading to investors buying bonds at a premium and ultimately resulting in a decrease in yield or return.
2) Central banks may increase short-term interest rates to control inflation or cool down an overheating economy.
Investors may opt for fixed deposits with banks as they offer a more attractive rate of return, causing a decline in demand for existing shorter-term bonds.
2) What is the connection between Foxconn and Apple?
Foxconn is one of Apple's largest manufacturing partners that produces a wide range of products including iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, and other Apple devices.
3) What types of products does Foxconn manufacture?
Mainly 4 types:
a) Smart Consumer Electronics: Smart Phones/Wearables