'There is no doubt that this book will prove extremely useful to many students as well as those entering on careers in the financial world ...the book is both superb and unrivalled.' - Economic Journal on An Introduction to Western Financial Markets Introduction to Global Financial Markets provides an introduction to the World's principal financial markets and institutions. Its scope is comprehensive.A glossary of financial terms and a survey of key future trends is also included. Known as Introduction to Western Financial markets in its previous edition, the book has been extensively revised with new coverage of: * European Union Developments * Recent Bank Mergers and Alliances * The Lloyd's Recovery Plan * Derivatives after Nick Leeson * General Trends and Issues * Useful minor topics such as credit unions, asset backed securities, repos, coupon stripping, GDR's, Bought deals, share buy backs and scrip dividends.;Previously published as "An Introduction to Western Financial Markets" (hardback: 0-333-59766-4; paperback: 0-333-59767-2).