Global Financial Markets

The definitive guide to why different financial markets exist and how they operate. This edition brings the listener right up to speed with the latest developments in financial instruments and provides a clear and incisive guide to this complex world that even those who work in it often find hard to understand. With chapters on the markets that deal with money, foreign exchange, equities, bonds, commodities, financial futures, options and other derivatives.

Art today is defined by its relationship to money as never before. Prices of living artists' works have been driven to unprecedented heights, conventional boundaries within the art world have collapsed, and artists now think ever more strategically about how to advance their careers. Artists no longer simply make art, but package, sell, and brand it. Noah Horowitz exposes the inner workings of the contemporary art market, explaining how this unique economy came to be, how it works, and where it's headed.

Centuries ago, beneath the candlelit hush of a Venetian counting house, a secret circle forged a quiet tool of unimaginable power—an “Archimedes Key” to move markets as effortlessly as a lever shifts weight. Over time, this clandestine influence evolved, outlasting empires and adapting to every reform the world threw at it. Now, in the digital age, it thrives by working invisibly: no dramatic crashes, no public scandals, just gentle nudges that guide wealth upward fraction by fraction. Anya Sokolova, a brilliant quantitative analyst, and Marcus Vance, a once-disgraced journalist, once...

A New York Times bestselling author and leading expert on market risk argues that seismic shifts in the global economy will trigger a multi-trillion-dollar migration of wealth, outlining new rules of investing for the forward-thinking. “I can’t tell you how much I learned from...

The bestselling author of The Death of Money and Currency Wars reveals the global elites' dark effort to hide a coming catastrophe from investors in The Road to Ruin, now a National Bestseller. A drumbeat is sounding among the global elites. The signs of a worldwide financial meltdown are...

Behind the alarming headlines about job losses, bank bailouts, and corporate greed, there is a little-known story of bad ideas. For 50 years or more, economists have been busy developing elegant theories of how markets work - how they facilitate innovation, wealth creation, and an efficient allocation of society's resources. But what about when markets don't work?

Endless regulations. Unrelenting scrutiny. In the high-stakes world of Anti-Money Laundering, success demands more than compliance - it requires strategy. BSA Officers and AML professionals face an ever-changing landscape of regulations, audits, and enforcement actions. With the weight of compliance resting on their shoulders, they must navigate complex laws, satisfy leadership demands, and protect their institutions from financial crimes - all while staying ahead of ever-evolving threats. Without a structured approach, the pressure can be overwhelming, leaving many compliance teams ...

Is your business ready for what's next in supply chain? In Futureproof Supply Chain, world-renowned economist and futurist Jason Schenker reveals how new and emerging technologies are reshaping global supply chains—and what you can do to adapt, thrive, and lead. Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute, is ranked the #1 financial market forecaster by Bloomberg News in dozens of categories. With decades of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, industry associations, and government leaders, Schenker brings unmatched insight to the economic,...

Edible Economics brings the sort of creative fusion that spices up a great kitchen to the often too-disciplined subject of economics For decades, a single, free-market philosophy has dominated global economics. But this intellectual monoculture is bland and unhealthy. Bestselling author and...

Everyone who seriously seeks workable and ethically fair answers to our current global political, economic, environmental, as well as many other equally important questions, should read this book carefully. There is a superior system to capitalism, socialism, communism and all others in existence. This treatise explains it all, step by step. In this book, Greg Oliver elucidates the practical workings of a new groundbreaking global economic and political system. Amongst other topics, this volume includes: A new global economic model Competent democracy model Anti-corruption structures An ...

Did Wall Street cause the mess we are in? Should Washington place stronger regulations on the financial industry? Can we lower unemployment rates by controlling the free market? Answer: no. Not only is free-market capitalism good for the economy, it is our only hope for recovery. As the nation’s longest-serving CEO of one of the top 25 financial institutions, John Allison has had a unique inside view of the events leading up to the financial crisis.

📘 The Future of Finance is Now The Most Important Trends in Finance for the Coming Decade Have Already Started By Jason Schenker — #1 Bestselling Author, Financial Futurist, and Bloomberg-Ranked Forecaster The future isn’t coming — it’s already here. And it’s transforming finance faster than most people realize. In The Future of Finance is Now, Jason Schenker delivers a gripping, expertly researched roadmap to the technologies, risks, and global forces reshaping the financial landscape. From blockchain and quantum computing to automation, cybersecurity, and the hunt for yield, ...

"[An] extraordinary tale"—Wall Street Journal "Compelling [and] engaging"—Financial Times "Magnificently detailed yet pacy...Think Trading Places meets Wall Street"—Sunday Times (UK) The riveting story of a trading prodigy who amassed $70 million from his childhood bedroom—until the...

Life in the Financial Markets - How They Really Work and Why They Matter to You offers the financial services professional, and anyone interested in knowing more about the profession, an entertaining and comprehensive analysis of the financial markets and the financial services industry.

Explore the fundamentals of investing in emerging markets with this comprehensive guide. Learn about market dynamics, key economic indicators, and effective analysis techniques. Build and manage a diversified portfolio while navigating the unique risks and opportunities of emerging economies. This book is perfect for beginners looking to expand their investment horizons and make informed decisions in rapidly growing markets.

Manhattan. FBI Special Agent Silver Cassidy, the head of a task force that's on a collision course with disaster, finds herself fighting impossible odds to stop a serial killer before he can kill again. Struggling to balance the hunt for a savage predator with the challenges of being a single mom, Silver finds herself thrust into a nightmare of brutality that will demand every ounce of determination she possesses to survive. ----- Q&A with Russell Blake Q: Silver Justice is a departure from your usual action/adventure thrillers. Why a police procedural/serial killer epic featuring a female ...

This book explores how interconnected our world has become and how quickly one event can ripple across continents. The story begins with a single spark on distant shores, setting off a chain reaction through international markets. As tariff wars escalate, industries and consumers everywhere feel the strain, revealing the fragile ties binding global economies. Geopolitical tensions add fuel to the fire, turning economic skirmishes into full-blown crises. The roots of inflation are traced back to these conflicts, exposing how hidden forces quietly erode purchasing power. Recession emerges not...

Preface I wrote this book International Financial Management with the following objectives. " To demonstrate to readers that the subject of International Financial Management simple to understand, relevant in practice and interesting to learn. " To help managers appreciate the logic for making better financial decisions. " To explain the concepts and theories of financial derivatives in a simple way so readers could grasp them very easily and be able to put them in to practice. " To provide a book that has a comprehensive coverage for financial derivatives and their analysis. " To create a ...

Just think for a moment: With over $5.1 trillion changing hands every single day in forex and currencies of different countries changing hands in the process, you can be sure that if you know what you are doing, you can make full-time income with forex! But, you may be wondering: That’s true, but how do I begin? Is forex trading something that a complete beginner can do? How do I decide which currencies to trade?

What if you could turn every market crash into your greatest financial opportunity? In today’s volatile economic environment, understanding how to navigate financial crises isn't optional—it’s essential. Navigating Financial Turbulence with Confidence is the ultimate investment guide for building resilience, mastering financial psychology, and uncovering opportunity amid global uncertainty. Whether you're a novice investor, intermediate trader, or seasoned financial advisor, this book equips you with the proven strategies and mindset necessary to thrive through stock market crashes, ...