The treasurer of a Dutch company operating in Thailand considers a one-year bank loan of $350,000 (US) with an interest rate of 8.885% (dollar based). The current spot rate is B42.84/$ and a local loan in Thai Baht (B) would carry a rate of 14%. Expected inflation rates are 4.5% and 2.2% in Thailand and the United States, respectively, for the coming year. If Thailand devalues the baht by 5%, what is the effective cost of funds in Thai baht terms?

8.30%

9.00%

11.50%

12.50%