Theory, Evidence, and Practice
A comprehensive guide to making better capital structure and corporate financing decisions in today's dynamic business environment Given the dramatic changes that have recently occurred in the economy, the topic of capital structure and corporate financing decisions is critically important.
Focusing on the pitfalls in investing, this book enhances awareness of both external and internal traps that investors and practitioners may face. It aims to equip readers with the knowledge to recognize and avoid these pitfalls, ultimately guiding them towards more informed decision-making in their investment strategies.
Would you like to be a millionaire? While alternative investments are an option, this easy-to-read guide focuses on traditional investments – stocks, bonds, and cash or cash equivalents. Especially written for novice investors, if you want to become a millionaire and don’t have the luck to buy a lottery ticket, this is the guide for you.
H. Kent Baker and Vesa Puttonen show new investors how to avoid rash financial decisions and basic investing sins. They help them to recognize and avoid common investing mistakes, behavioral biases, and traps that can affect sound judgment and reduce wealth. Ultimately, they explain how to separate investment fads from time-tested principles.
The Savvy Investor's Guide to Pooled Investments offers a practical guide to anyone interested in gaining a basic understanding of mutual funds, exchange- traded funds, closed-end funds, unit investment trusts, and real estate investment trusts. It uses a Q&A; format to examine what you want and need to know before investing.
Creating Shareholder Value through Mergers and Acquisitions
The most up-to-date guide on making the right capital restructuring moves The Art of Capital Restructuring provides a fresh look at the current state of mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring around the world. The dynamic nature of M&As requires an evolving understanding of the field, and this book considers several different forms of physical restructuring such as divestitures as well as financial restructuring, which refers to alterations in the capital structure of the firm. The Art of Capital Restructuring not only explains the financial aspects of these transactions but also examines legal, regulatory, tax, ethical, social, and behavioral considerations. In addition to this timely information, coverage also includes discussion of basic concepts, motives, strategies, and techniques as well as their application to increasingly complex, real-world situations. Emphasizes best practices that lead to M&A success Contains important and relevant research studies based on recent developments in the field Comprised of contributed chapters from both experienced professionals and academics, offering a variety of perspectives and a rich interplay of ideas Skillfully blending theory with practice, this book will put you in a better position to make the right decisions with regard to capital restructuring in today's dynamic business world.