Keith Pilbeam Knihy

The author's excellent reputation in the field and clear style of writing makes the text accessible for novices/non-specialists in finance. The text introduces enhanced pedagogy with end of chapter questions and is extensively revised to assimilate recent developments in theory and practice. The author takes a global approach and effectively integrates UK and international material. The new edition is a comprehensive introduction to financial markets, institutions and instruments. Also available is a companion website with extra features to accompany (http://www.palgrave.com/business/pilbeam/home.htm)

The third edition of this internationally renowned and respected text is an ideal introduction to the subject of international finance. Theory is clearly explained and constantly related to the the realities of the modern world economy. The reader is taken through the theories and differing policies of the balance of payments, exchange rates and the international monetary system. Extensive use is made of figures, tables and graphs to illustrate the arguments in the text. It is thoroughly updated and includes a new chapter on the Asian financial crisis. Companion Website: http://www.palgrave.com/business/pilb...

Der globale Devisenhandel ist mit einem täglichen Volumen von etwa fünf Billionen Dollar das Epizentrum der weltweiten Finanzmärkte. Handelsbeziehungen zwischen Ländern sowie Finanz- und Wirtschaftskrisen sind untrennbar mit Wechselkursentwicklungen verknüpft. Das Lehrbuch erläutert die Funktionsweise von Devisenmärkten und stellt Entwicklung und Perspektiven des internationalen Währungssystems dar. Zahlreiche Fallbeispiele und Abbildungen illustrieren empirische Phänomene und historische Entwicklungen.