Preston Bank, an Australian bank, currently has a CET1
ratio significantly below APRA’s required 10.25%. The bank anticipates
$305 billion in risk-weighted assets in the coming years. Considering the
challenges under Basel III, which of the following would be the most effective
action to help Preston Bank meet its capital adequacy requirement?

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Answer

Increase deposit rates to attract more depositors

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Increase dividends to attract investors and boost
share price

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Move resources to higher return and higher risk assets
to raise income

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Offer a dividend reinvestment plan to encourage
shareholders to purchase new shares

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