Continuous Hedging
Response to the following problem:
Cornell Co. purchases computer chips denominated in euros on a monthly basis from a Dutch supplier. To hedge its exchange rate risk, this U.S. firm negotiates a 3-month forward contract 3 months before the next order will arrive. In other words, Cornell is always covered for the next three monthly shipments. Because Cornell consistently hedges in this manner, it is not concerned with exchange rate movements.
Is Cornell insulated from exchange rate movements? Explain.