Problem 1: Why did ICBC feel it was necessary to issue equity in markets outside of China? What are the advantages of such a move? Can you see any disadvantages?
Problem 2: What was the attraction of the ICBC listing to foreign investors? What do you think are the risks for a foreigner associated with investing in ICBC?
This question comes from MBA Study out of Hill, C. (2011). International business: competing in the global marketplace. New York: McGraw Hill.