Economic outlook

• The projected changes to the level of economic growth throughout the world
• Positive outlook means world growth is forecast to continue.
• In a growing economy, business’ will experience increasing demand for products and services and find it easier to borrow.

Availability of funds

• The ease with which a business can access (ie borrow) funds in the international financial markets.
• The ability of a business to borrow will depend upon risk, demand and supply and the domestic economic conditions.

Interest rates

• The cost of borrowing – rates reflect the risk of the loan and the economic outlook.
• Currency fluctuations need to be taken into account when borrowing overseas.