Fundamentals of power system economics

The introduction of competition into the electricity supply industry has fundamentally changed the way it works. In light of these changes this book provides a clear and comprehensive explanation of the basic principles underpinning the design and operation of modern competitive electricity markets. Assuming no ...

Financial risk taking

an introduction to the psychology of trading and behavioural finance

Financial Risk Taking explores the complex relationship between human behaviour and the markets, offering the reader a context in which to assess their own strengths and weaknesses. It is essential reading for anyone wishing to invest in stocks and trade futures as part of a ...

Economics

theory and practice

Newly updated, the Seventh Edition of Economics: Theory and Practice introduces students to basic economic concepts, institutions, relationships, and terminology. Covering a range of timely subjects and featuring engaging pedagogical tools, this book prepares students to use economic thinking in their classes, careers, and everyday ...

The bond king

investment secrets from PIMCO's Bill Gross

INDICE PART ONE: GROSS THE MAN. Introduction. Chapter 1. From $200 to Half a Billion. Chapter 2. Total Return Investing. Chapter 3. The Three Wise Men. PART TWO: TOTAL RETURN INVESTING. Chapter 4. A Waterlogged World. Chapter 5. All Bonds are Divided Into Three Parts ...

European fixed income markets

money, bond, and interest rate derivatives

This book offers a clear, insightful perspective on the post-euro fixed-income markets of Europe. The introduction of the euro in 1999 cast a new focus on the financial markets of constituent euro-zone countries which have subsequently seen their domestic markets emerge as the second largest ...

Modelling prices in competitive electricity markets

Electricity markets are structurally different to other commodities, and the real-time dynamic balancing of the electricity network involves many external factors. Because of this, it is not a simple matter to transfer conventional models of financial time series analysis to wholesale electricity prices. The rationale ...

Copula methods in finance

The evaluation and risk measurement of portfolios of complex non-linear positions and non-normal risk factors has become a major nightmare for people working in the structured finance business. Dealing with "fat tails" and "smile effects", as well as the typical asymmetric shape of default risk ...

The Mathematics of Financial Modeling and Investment Management

The Mathematics of Financial Modeling & Investment Management covers a wide range of technical topics in mathematics and finance#enabling the investment management practitioner, researcher, or student to fully understand the process of financial decision-making and its economic foundations. This comprehensive resource will introduce you to ...

Managing credit risk in corporate bond portfolios

a practitioner's guide

In Managing Credit Risk in Corporate Bond Portfolios: A Practitioner#s Guide, investment expert Srichander Ramaswamy skillfully explains how you can begin to measure and manage the relative credit risk of a co rporate bond portfolio against its benchmark. By combining risk management concepts with ...

Wiley IAS 2004

interpretation and application of international accounting and financial reporting standards

International Accounting Standards (IAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as they will be referred to henceforth, are receiving more attention than ever, having now been endorsed by the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) and the European Union (EU). The EU will require that ...

Corporate fraud

case studies in detection and prevention

Real-world help for companies combating fraud # from major management fraud to fraudulent financial reporting From the author#s more than thirty years of corporate auditing experience, Corporate Fraud features scores of useful case studies that illustrate the principles of numerous types of fraud and how ...

Managing global financial and foreign exchange rate risk

INDICE Chapter 1. Global Markets: Transactions and Risks. Chapter 2. Balance of Payments Exposure Management. Chapter 3. Foreign Exchange Rate Dynamics: Managing Exposure. Chapter 4. Application of Options and Futures for Managing Exposure. Chapter 5. Principles of Futures: Pricing and Applications. Chapter 6. Interest Rate ...

Financing technology's frontier

decision-making models for investors and advisors

INDICE Chapter 1. Sharing the Excitement of Discovery. Chapter 2. Growth Models that Encourage Investment. Chapter 3. Where to Find Capital#Part I: Venture Capital. Chapter 4. Where to Find Capital#Part II: Public Markets and Private Placements. Chapter 5. Creative and Alternative Financing Strategies ...

Risk management and insurance

Understanding risk and its management are no longer exclusively the concerns of experts and insurance professionals. Everyone, at the personal and commercial levels, feels exposure to risks more viscerally after September 11, 2001. This 8th edition introduces the new worlds of risk and risk management ...

Global credit management

an executive summary

In many companies credit management is a passive and reactive discipline. This results in significant receivables assets weighing heavily on balance sheets, dragging down cash flow and inhibiting growth. The power of credit is shackled, muted. Release the power and passion of credit management in ...

How Canon got its flash back

the innovative turnaround tactics of Fujio Mitarai

Fujio Mitarai is one of the ablest, most clear-sighted corporate chieftains in the global economy today. Whether cutting unprofitable businesses, pursuing precedent-breaking partnerships or pushing path- breaking manufacturing innovations, Mitarai has immensely improved Canon's financial condition. This must-read book details how Mitarai achieved great ...

Lexus

the relentless pursuit

A fascinating insight into how Toyota conceived, developed and launched its own luxury car brand Lexus. This remarkable success story will explain how the Japanese giant went from zero to 25% share of the luxury car market in the space of only ten years. Contents ...

Testosterone inc.

tales of CEOs gone wild

An ageless story of men, power, greed, and sex Testosterone Inc.: Tales of CEOs Gone Wild tells the story of a group of corporate titans#Jack Welch of GE, Dennis Kozlowski of Tyco, Ron Perelman of Revlon, and Al Dunlap of Sunbeam#during a time ...

Ten deadly marketing sins

signs and solutions

More than just an indictment of current marketing practices, Philip Kotler#s new book is a sweeping overview of the role and function of marketing in the modern corporation. Be sure to read it." #Al Ries, coauthor, The Origin of Brands: Discover the Natural Laws ...

McKinsey's Marvin Bower

vision,leadership,and the creation of management consulting

I had the privilege of working closely with Marvin and McKinsey for many years. This book makes Marvin come to life and perpetuates him as a role model." #Peter F. Drucker "A wonderful book about a wonderful man. In many ways, Marvin#s McKinsey framed ...

Driven

inside BMW,the most admired car company in the world

"A lot of us in the auto industry watch and study BMW closely because it does so many things right. Lately, it has made many controversial choices in designs and new products that are testing its track record. David Kiley does an excellent and timely ...

Paul Volcker

the making of a financial legend

"Paul Volcker may be the most important figure of our time on the U.S. economic scene. In his book, Paul Volcker: The Making of a Financial Legend, Joseph Treaster has captured the man, his time, and his influence with exceptional insight, clarity, and readability ...