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De Gruyter Risk Takers: Uses and Abuses of Financial Derivatives

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Get a clear view of the complex world of derivative finance with Risk Takers: Uses and Abuses of Financial Derivatives, Third Edition. Written by John E. Marthinsen and published by De|G Press, this book makes the arcane world of corporate finance and derivative trading accessible to everyone, including novice readers. Instead of relying on heavy technical jargon, Marthinsen uses real-life stories to explain how derivatives function in the real world. You will learn how these financial tools can be used to create value or, if misused, how they can lead to massive financial disasters. By looking behind the scenes of the most significant financial events from the past quarter century, this book provides a bird's-eye view of the industry. Whether you are a student or a professional interested in insurance and finance, this book offers an approachable way to understand the mechanics of risk. It breaks down the back alleyways of trading to show you the true impact of derivative use on the global economy.

Key Features

Accessible learning for all levels, designed to make complex derivative finance understandable even for novice readers and beginners.

Real-world case studies that use actual stories to demonstrate how derivatives can create or destroy value in corporate finance.

Comprehensive historical perspective covering the most significant financial disasters from the past twenty-five years.

Non-technical writing style that avoids heavy jargon, making the concepts of derivative trading easier to grasp.

Expert insights from author John E. Marthinsen that provide a bird's-eye view of the derivative market and trading environments.

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Release Date
07 May 2018
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