Financial Markets and Institutions

Description

This book describes financial markets and institutions by providing a conceptual framework to understand why markets exist and what their role is in the financial environment. Each type of financial market is described with a focus on its utilization by financial institutions, its internationalization, and recent events that have affected it, and each type of financial institution is described with a focus on its regulatory aspects, management, use of financial markets, and performance. This edition continues its strong tradition of emphasizing timely examples and practical applications, including Internet materials, and offers a unique tie into internet resources.– Interpreting Financial News chapter-ending features gives the reader the practice in applying their knowledge to interpret financial news– “Global Aspects” sections reflect the continuing globalization of financial markets– “Managing in Financial Markets” exercises individuals to make decisions about specific real-world situations related to each chapter

• Author: Jeff Madura
• Publisher: South-Western Pub
• Published: 2001
• Pages: 698
• ISBN-13: 9780324027440