1. Why has the global capital market grown so rapidly in recent decades? Do you think this growth will continue throughout the next decade? Why? 2. Reread the Country Focus on the search for capital...

1. Why has the global capital market grown so rapidly in recent decades? Do you think this growth will continue throughout the next decade? Why?

2. Reread the Country Focus on the search for capital in the Czech Republic. What are the advantages to Czech firms of listing their equity on the London stock exchange? Can you see any disadvantages?