The Stock Market

by Rik W. Hafer

The stock market--the virtual place where corporations raise capital--has come to symbolize business more profoundly than any other entity or institution. This book provides a glimpse into the history, development, regulation, and increasing importance that the stock market plays in business and economic growth, as well as the investment strategies of individuals--in the U.S. and around the world, including Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, and emerging...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313338248
• ISBN13: 9780313338243
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.5" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

Foundational Comprehensive

The Stock Market is explained concisely and comprehensively. Included is a timeline of historical events 90% of which are events from the United States. The investment industry is filled with different types of investing instruments, this book does a good job of explaining those instruments. Published in 2007, it will miss topics such as SPACs or ETNs. Overall, because of its straightforward, simple, and basic explaination it deserves a space on the shelf.