Commercial Operations: Commercial Enterprises: Multinational Companies In The Global Economy (Copy)
Cheat Sheet: 2.1.3 Multinational Companies (MNCs) in the Global Economy
| Concept | Features | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| MNCs (Multinational Companies) | Businesses operating in more than one country; headquarters usually in one country with branches/subsidiaries worldwide | Coca-Cola, Apple, Unilever, Toyota |
| Key Features | Large-scale operations, global brand recognition, foreign direct investment (FDI), advanced technology, skilled workforce, economies of scale |
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| Reasons for Existence of MNCs | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Access to New Markets | Expanding customer base globally | McDonald’s opening outlets in Asia |
| Cheaper Labour/Resources | Reduces costs by producing in low-cost countries | Textile MNCs in Bangladesh |
| Tax Benefits | Locate in countries with lower taxes | Tech firms in Ireland |
| Economies of Scale | Large production reduces average costs | Toyota mass-producing vehicles |
| Proximity to Customers | Faster delivery, local adaptation | Nestlé producing locally in Pakistan |
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| Positive Impacts of MNCs on Host Country | Negative Impacts of MNCs on Host Country |
|---|---|
| Job creation and training for workers | Can exploit cheap labour (low wages, poor conditions) |
| Investment in infrastructure | Profits often sent back to home country |
| Access to advanced technology | Local firms may struggle to compete |
| Increases exports and GDP growth | Can damage environment through pollution |
| Improves consumer choice/standards | Political influence on government policies |
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| Summary View | Example |
|---|---|
| Balanced Impact | MNCs bring jobs, investment, and technology → but may exploit resources, dominate markets, and repatriate profits |
| Case Study | Coca-Cola in India: jobs & investment vs. water resource depletion |
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