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Where does money come from? Where does it go? Who makes it? The money magician's secrets are unveiled....

Broken Money explores the history of money through the lens of technology. Politics can affect things temporarily and locally, but technology is what drives things forward globally and permanently....

Winner of the National Book Award and now considered a classic, The House of Morgan is the most ambitious history ever written about an American banking dynasty....

If you asked most people what forces led to today’s unprecedented income inequality and financial crashes, no one would say the Federal Reserve. For most of its history, the Fed has enjoyed the fawning adoration of the press....

The Trading Game is an outrageous, unvarnished, white-knuckle journey to the dark heart of an intoxicating world—the trading floor—from someone who survived the game and then blew it all wide open.

A number one best seller from coast to coast tells, in masterfully reported detail, the full story of the insider-trading scandal that nearly destroyed Wall Street....

A real-life thriller about the most tumultuous period in America's financial history by an acclaimed New York Times reporter....

Every day, businesses, investors, and consumers are grappling with the seismic changes technology has brought to the banking and finance industry. The Money Hackers is the dramatic story of fintech's major players and explores how these disruptions are transforming even money....

Roger Lowenstein, the bestselling author of Buffett, captures Long-Term's roller-coaster ride in gripping detail. Drawing on confidential internal memos and interviews with dozens of key players, Lowenstein crafts a story that reads like a first-rate thriller from beginning to end....

Joseph Seligman arrived in the United States in 1837, with the equivalent of $100 sewn into the lining of his pants. Then came the Lehman brothers, who would open a general store in Montgomery, Alabama....

Jamie Dimon is Wall Street's biggest player. Following the 11h-hour rescue of Bear Stearns by JPMorgan, his profile has reached stratospheric levels....

As soon as the financial crisis erupted, the finger-pointing began....

In what is sure to become the standard account, Rothbard traces inflations, banking panics, and money meltdowns from the colonial period through the mid-20th century....

The story of how a math genius named Tom Hayes, a handful of outrageous confederates, and a deeply corrupt banking system ignited one of the greatest financial scandals in history....

The power of knowledge is in the action. In C.R. Wesley's Real Estate Knowledge Series, you will start with an entry level welcome into the real estate market followed by steppingstones to new endeavors....

Inside Money is a sweeping history of the legendary private investment firm Brown Brothers Harriman, exploring its central role in the story of American wealth and its rise to global power....

Most people don't give a second thought to the Federal Reserve, but they should. In End the Fed, Ron Paul argues that the Fed is both corrupt and dangerously autonomous....

Over the past three years, the notorious @GSElevator Twitter feed has offered a hilarious, shamelessly voyeuristic look into the real world of international finance....

The best-selling author of the acclaimed House of Cards and The Last Tycoons turns his spotlight on to Goldman Sachs and the controversy behind its success....

Internet banking is a trend that has arisen and taken over the world....

First published in 1776, the book offers one of the world's first collected descriptions of what builds nations' wealth. A fundamental work in classical economics. The book touches upon such broad topics as the division of labour, productivity, and free markets....

What went wrong with capitalism? Ruchir Sharma’s account is not like any you will have heard before. He says progressives are right, in part, when they mock modern capitalism as “socialism for the rich.”....

Taking time to understand banks and banking vocabulary can help you as a buyer or seller. It also helps with educating on the process, eliminating confusion, and get better prepared for swift and smooth financial transactions of any kind....

From journalist Chris Blackhurst, Too Big to Jail unveils how HSBC facilitated mass money laundering schemes for brutal drug kingpins and rogue nations–and thereby helped to grow one of the deadliest drugs empires the world has ever seen....

Here is the intimate, fly-on-the wall tale of the decline and fall of an America icon....

The inception of cryptocurrencies marked a monumental shift in our digital narrative. This definitive work deeply examines the multifaceted crypto world, offering insights that span from the foundational concepts of Bitcoin and Blockchain to the advanced complexities of zk-Rollups and the metaverse. This authoritative guide traces the historical trajectory of digital assets, from Bitcoin's promise as a hard money alternative to Ethereum's groundbreaking smart contracts, revealing the transformative power of Web3—an autonomous, decentralized frontier. Journey through the annals of value ...

Uncover the ancient origins of money, trace its missteps, and gain the foresight to sidestep impending dooms and suffering. The loss of purchasing power is just the first ominous sign. As your currency deteriorates towards its place amongst the skulls of failed monies, something new is blossoming from its demise. The question is: will you break the cycle and be a part of it, or repeat the mistakes of history and wither along with your bank notes, condemning yourself and future generations to hardship?

Prepare for the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Exam Part I with confidence using this comprehensive study guide. Designed to help you master the foundational concepts and quantitative techniques essential for risk management professionals, this guide covers all the key topics and knowledge areas outlined in the exam syllabus. In the "Foundations of Risk Management" section, you'll explore key principles and practices. Topics include basic risk types, measurement, and management tools, as well as risk governance, corporate governance, and credit risk transfer mechanisms. You'll also study the ...

In this entertaining listen, the award-winning author recounts her fascinating experiences and the creative methods she used to successfully build Atlantic Canada’s first female owned collection agency. All with no formal business education. With the lessons she learned from real life experience Krista has built an award winning collection agency and is highly sought after by businesses to share her insights and real life lessons she learned.

Are you a startup business and ready for some business credit cards? Do you want to avoid using your personal credit cards, personal guarantee, and savings to fund your business? In this book: I will explain how to get those business credit cards so you will have access to funds to ensure long-term sustainability for your company. I will show you my system, so you don't get denied, and you only get approved. I will explain how to get approved for business credit cards even if you're a startup; for this reason, you don't waste any time applying with the wrong companies. I will share my ...

In the twelfth-century, Pisa was a thriving metropolis, a powerhouse of global trade, and a city that stood at the centre of Mediaeval Europe. But Pisa had a problem. It was running out of coins. In the face of financial crisis, it was here that the foundations of modern banking were born. In Money and Promises, the distinguished financier, entrepreneur and historian Paolo Zannoni examines the fascinating, complex relationship between states and banks.

SOHO Media Publishing presents Book VI, of the #1 bestselling Controversy Book Series - the ultimate undercover expose into the wild world of Crypto, NFTs, Blockchain and Clubhouse. #1 NY Times bestselling author/award-winning film director Ian Halperin is widely recognized as the world's leading undercover investigative journalist, having posed undercover as an alleged gay Scientologist, Michael Jackson's hairdresser, the Kardashians' sex tape peddler and many others. In this riveting expose, Halperin unveils in astonishing detail the startling findings of his revelatory odyssey into the ...

How would you like to keep the $2.50 Surcharge fee Every Time Someone uses an ATM? In this book I'm going to teach you how to build a passive income in the ATM Business. I've been doing it for the past 20+ years and it has afforded me the opportunity to live in Southern California, work a block from the beach, and live the dream. It’s given me the freedom to choose the hours I work, even if I want a 4 hour work week. Stop trading time for money - you can work less, live more. This book explains why people pay upwards of $3.00 every time they use a non-bank ATM and how YOU CAN GET THAT ...

Broad Street tells the story of Hanson’s tumultuous career ride at Goldman Sachs and later, how she parlayed every lesson learned into her own wildly successful, multi-billion dollar asset management firm.

In 1991, WSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS Bank) was inches from being closed forever. Today, at over 190 years old, WSFS is the leading independent bank serving the greater Philadelphia and Delaware region with a local presence and national subsidiaries. From Failing to Phenomenal is the nail-biting story of that journey— a behind-the-scenes look at events that have never been shared publicly. Authored by Marvin 'Skip' Schoenhals, retired Chairman, President, and CEO of WSFS Financial Corporation, with substantial assistance from Brittany Kriegstein, a professional journalist based in New...

Ever since he was a kid, kicking broken soccer balls on the run-down streets of East London, Gary Stevenson dreamed of something bigger. As luck would have it, he was good at numbers. At the London School of Economics, wearing tracksuits and sneakers, Stevenson shocked his posh classmates by winning a competition called “The Trading Game.” The prize? A golden ticket to a new life, as the youngest trader at Citibank.

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In the groundbreaking book "The Wild Wild West," author Tudamoon embarks on a daring journey, drawing striking parallels between the untamed era of the American Wild West and the uncharted territories of today's Web3 world. This riveting narrative offers a unique perspective on the digital revolution, blending history, technology, and true-life adventures. As pioneers once conquered the vast, lawless expanses of the American frontier, modern explorers now navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of Web3.

New bank failures have been a rude awakening for everyone who believed that the banking industry was reformed after the Global Financial Crisis—and that we'd never again have to choose between massive bailouts and financial havoc. The Bankers' New Clothes uncovers just how little things have changed—and why banks are still so dangerous.

is a comprehensive guide that provides readers with an in-depth understanding of the hedge fund industry. The book is divided into ten chapters that cover a range of topics, including hedge fund strategies, performance metrics, risk management, alternative investment strategies, selecting hedge funds, the hedge fund investment process, fees and expenses, and industry overview. The book provides readers with a detailed overview of the hedge fund industry, including the various investment strategies employed by hedge funds, how to measure hedge fund performance, and the risks associated with ...