The Financial Times A-Z of International Finance: The Essential Guide to Tools, Terms and Techniques (Financial Times Series) [Hardcover]

Stephen Mahoney (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 25, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0273625527 | ISBN-13: 978-0273625520

The emphasis of this book is on providing practical and applied information that is up-to-date and fully international.

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The world's most comprehensive reference to the language and techniques of international finance!

* Covers key instruments, markets, trading terms, techniques, and much more.
* Includes over 2,000 detailed definitions.
* Authoritative, crystal-clear, and easy to use; an invaluable resource for every financial professional.

The Financial Times A-Z of International Finance is the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and informative guide to the essential concepts, terms, and techniques of international finance and investment. This book covers more than 2,000 key instruments, market and trading terms, and techniques, providing accurate definitions, detailed explanations of acronyms, information about relevant regulations, and more.

The book combines authoritative insight with exceptional clarity and an easy-to-use format that make it the single most valuable reference for every market finance professional. How does a basis trade work? Can you explain put/call parity? What is a pa'anga? How do repo techniques differ? What futures are traded on the Rosario Stock Exchange? You'll find the answers to these and thousands of other questions in The Financial Times A-Z of International Finance. From AAA to zero-coupon bonds, this book provides detailed explanations, worked examples, and a relentless focus on the useful. No banker, financial executive, or student of the markets should be without it.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 280 pages
• Publisher: Financial Times/Prentice Hall (June 25, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0273625527
• ISBN-13: 978-0273625520
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,308,150 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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