A history of the London stock market 1945-2007
- ISBN: 9781905641604
- Editorial: Harriman House Publishing
- Fecha de la edición: 2008
- Lugar de la edición: Hampshire. Reino Unido
- Encuadernación: Cartoné
- Medidas: 24 cm
- Nº Pág.: 451
- Idiomas: Inglés
'I recommend this book as an enjoyable and instructive read that captures the spirit of the times. In the absence of a crystal ball, a history book is the next best thing' - From the foreword by Jim Slater. 'My historical reference book of choice. I frequently turn to it when seeking to understand why the financial markets of past years behaved like they did' - From the foreword by David Schwartz, stock market historian. This book is a unique record of the people, deals and events that have driven the stock market since 1945. Written in a down-to- earth, journalistic style, this book reads almost like a novel as it takes you through over 60 years of stock market history. Blakey provides a fascinating perspective on the movers and shakers - the winners, the losers, and the reasons why - giving a rare insight into the workings of the stock market, plus profiles of key players and the movements and effects of new, upcoming markets.This book includes coverage of all the major economic and political developments that have influenced the market, as well as the individuals and corporations themselves. It provides an invaluable reference for anyone wishing to understand and anticipate current and future trends in the market.