Description
This volume provides a topical and up-to-date introduction to the principal Western financial markets and institutions, particularly those in the USA, Europe and Japan. The scope is comprehensive and topics covered include: commercial and investment banking, money and insurance, options, futures and other derivative products. A glossary of financial terms is also provided, and a final chapter surveys the key trends and issues in the market today. A second edition is available: “An Introduction to Global Financial Markets” (hardback: 0-333-69584-4; paperback: 0-333-69394-9).
