Introduction to Foreign Exchange and Currency Markets

Author: Reuters Staff / Peng Xingyun
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Publish Date: 2001-08-01
Features: Reuters Financial Training Series: "Introduction to Foreign Exchange and Money Markets" presents a new concept in financial training. "Introduction to Foreign Exchange and Money Markets" guides beginners through the complexities of the world's most lucrative capital markets. This book provides clear descriptions of how these markets operate and why they operate in such a manner. It also explains relevant industry terminology. After reading this book, readers should be equipped to examine various instruments in the foreign exchange and money markets, particularly those parameters that define the value of instruments and some basic evaluation techniques. Key features of this book include:
· An introductory section defining professional terminology and introducing theoretical background
· Examples and calculations of different types of transactions and instruments in the foreign exchange and money markets
· Summaries and reviews at the end of each chapter, reiterating key points and definitions
· Quizzes with answers to reinforce learning
· References to other books, articles, and internet resources are included. These materials help readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the foreign exchange and money markets, thereby laying a solid foundation.
Each book in this series is supported by Wiley-RFT, the Reuters Financial Training Center website (www.wiley-rft.reuters.com). The website is regularly updated, offering content such as screen shots directly from Reuters terminals, information on various professional exams, and links to the websites of financial institutions, among other resources. This book is particularly suitable for novice traders, investors, and trainers in financial institutions seeking introductory textbooks. The Educational Institute of the International Federation of Financial Market Associations (IFMA) and the Education Department of ACI guarantee that this book provides comprehensive research for every participant in the foreign exchange and money markets.