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Case
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Reference no. UVA-F-1188
Published by: Darden Business Publishing
Originally published in: 1997
Version: 06.2004
Length: 20 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

Delta Beverage is facing severe cost-control problems. In addition to the high interest expense, the cost of aluminum cans and PET containers has risen substantially during the past year. The student must decide whether the CFO should hedge aluminum to avoid the risk of violating a loan covenant. The case works well as an introduction to risk management.
Location:
Industry:
Size:
USD230 million
Other setting(s):
1994

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Abstract

Delta Beverage is facing severe cost-control problems. In addition to the high interest expense, the cost of aluminum cans and PET containers has risen substantially during the past year. The student must decide whether the CFO should hedge aluminum to avoid the risk of violating a loan covenant. The case works well as an introduction to risk management.

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Location:
Industry:
Size:
USD230 million
Other setting(s):
1994

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