Now in its fourth edition, Finance: The Basics is a clear and practical introduction to the world of finance. It thoroughly explains essential financial statements, tools and concepts; fundamental financial instruments and transactions; and global financial participants, markets and systems.
This book redevelops an important movement in philosophy for the first time, exploring the ways in which three of the greatest thinkers are connected.
Revised edition of the author's Finance, 2011.
A Practical Guide to Building and Strengthening the Fabric of Risk Management
Focusing on the qualitative aspects of risk management, this practical volume explores how corporate culture influences risk practices. It examines both weak and strong cultures through various descriptions, examples, and case studies. The book offers actionable recommendations for structural and behavioral changes aimed at enhancing a company's risk culture, making it a valuable resource for organizations seeking to improve their risk management frameworks.
The narrative unfolds through firsthand accounts from key figures involved in the global economic crisis, including bankers, regulators, and politicians. By incorporating their quotes, the book reveals the systemic issues that led to the crisis and argues that without significant changes, society is likely to face similar financial turmoil in the future. Erik Banks offers a critical examination of the factors contributing to these recurring crises, highlighting the interconnectedness of various stakeholders in the economic landscape.
Focusing on the rise of dark pools in trading, this practical text explores their significance in non-displayed, off-exchange transactions and liquidity. It traces the evolution of the equity trading marketplace over the last twenty years, analyzing the impact of the financial crisis and potential future developments in this area. The book provides insights into the complexities and implications of dark pools for investors and the broader financial landscape.
"Dark Pools" explores the significance of non-displayed, off-exchange trading in today's financial landscape. It examines the evolution of equity trading over the last twenty years and considers the future of dark pools in a post-financial crisis environment.
Focusing on extreme events, this book critiques the traditional corporate risk process, highlighting its inadequacy for catastrophic situations. Through an analysis of past disasters and the lessons derived from them, it offers a set of prescriptive measures aimed at better preparing organizations for future crises. The insights provided are designed to enhance resilience and improve disaster management strategies.
This comprehensive dictionary features over 5,000 definitions related to international finance, covering accounting, banking, corporate finance, investment management, and insurance. It also includes formulas, diagrams, and commonly used acronyms and colloquialisms, making it a valuable resource for finance professionals.
Focusing on the often-overlooked aspect of liquidity risk, this book delves into its critical impact on corporate and financial operations. It addresses the potential losses from an inability to quickly realize asset value or secure funding, emphasizing the dangers of inadequate liquidity management. The text offers a thorough exploration of the nature of liquidity risk, the challenges in asset and funding liquidity, and the strategies necessary for effective monitoring, measurement, and control to prevent financial distress and insolvency.