Problem:
Having previously identified the location of a its greenfield investment in Italy, a multi-billion dollar public multi-national enterprise that is incorporated in the United States must next obtain financing for its proposed overseas production facility in Italy.
It has been estimated that the acquisition will cost $500 million and all funds will be secured in the US.
Explain some of the financial aspects of this acquisition. Provide a DETAILED PRESENTATION of the characteristics of the various financing alternatives, including the advantages and disadvantages of each. Conclude with a recommendation of which alternative, or combination of alternatives, should be used to finance the overseas investment.