Finance

<p>Now in its fourth edition <i>Finance: The Basics</i> is a clear and practical introduction to the world of finance. It thoroughly explains essential financial statements tools and concepts; fundamental financial instruments and transactions; and global financial participants markets and systems. </p><p>This fully revised edition captures the most important aspects of a changing financial landscape including:</p><ul> <li>A new chapter dedicated to the emerging world of digital currencies with a review of digital finance and a detailed discussion of regulated and unregulated digital currencies (including cryptocurrencies)</li> <li>New sections dealing with a range of social issues that directly impact on finance including sustainability; environmental social and governance (ESG) and socially responsible investing (SRI) imperatives; microfinance; and impact investing</li> <li>Twelve updated real-world case studies ('Finance in Action' studies) and nine new case studies focused on annuities sustainability green financings microfinance digital currencies financial technology/decentralised finance ESG and SRI investing quantitative easing and tightening and the financial emergence of China</li> <li>A concise and comprehensive glossary containing key terms discussed in the book</li> <li>Supplemental digital resources including PowerPoints for instructors and a test bank of questions for students</li> </ul><p>Each chapter is accompanied by an overview and summary illustrations and tables real-life case studies and recommended readings. <i>Finance: The Basics</i> is essential reading for anyone interested in the fascinating world of finance.</p>