Financial Markets (Volumes I and II)

Author: Zhu Xiaobing (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: The guiding philosophy of this book is to systematically introduce the general principles, fundamental theories, and operational methods of various sub-markets within a complete financial system framework. Through learning, students will gain an understanding of the latest modern financial information, master the basic theories, knowledge, and methods of financial markets, and be able to apply the learned theories, knowledge, and methods to analyze and solve problems encountered in financial markets. The book aims to cultivate students' modern financial awareness, laying a solid foundation for them to quickly integrate into financial markets, proficiently engage in investment and financial management operations, or pursue theoretical research and other practical financial industry-related work. The content of the book is divided into four main parts, totaling ten chapters. The first part (Chapter 1) primarily discusses the basic concepts of financial markets, the historical development and current status of domestic and international financial markets, and prospects the future trends of financial markets. The second part (Chapters 2 to 6) focuses on the functions of various financial sub-markets, specifically including the money market, securities market, foreign exchange market, and gold market. The third part covers the financial derivatives market, including the financial futures market, financial options market, and the market for financial forwards and swaps, as reflected in Chapters 7 to 9 of the textbook. The fourth part (Chapter 10) emphasizes the regulatory issues of financial markets, including major regulatory approaches and current characteristics of domestic and international financial market regulation, among other hot topics.