Why does hedging reduce the firm's expected taxes and increase its value?

A) It creates a tax-loss carry-forward.
B) It separates production costs from headquarters' costs.
C) It provides the firm with additional expenses reducing taxable income.
D) It allows the firm to shift income across different tax jurisdictions in the world.


Answer: D

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