Lessons from the financial crisis
2010
"This book puts the events that have transpired in perspective and explores what can be done to avoid future missteps. Throughout the book, you'll be introduced to different points of view on the crisis, with chapters discussing everything from subprime mortgages and securitization to risk modeling and regulation, as well as related research that will help you develop a deeper understanding of the economic obstacles we have all faced. The recent financial crisis has been an economic event that ranks second only to the Great Depression. With this book as your guide, you'll gain an understanding of what occurred and why, and discover how we might be able to move forward in light of everything that has happened. With so much information saturating the market, it has been difficult for both financial professionals and those in the academic community to gain an understanding of why the recent economic crisis occurred and what needs to be done to fix it. There is a real need, and demand, from both finance professionals and scholars to obtain answers as to what really happened and why. That's why Robert Kolb has created this book. Consisting of contributed chapters from leading minds in the worlds of finance, government, and academia, Lessons from the Financial Crisis dissects this devastating crisis and offers a look at what we must do to avoid future missteps. This guide puts the events that have transpired in perspective and details why it began and how it developed as well as its effect on people, implication for our economy, and the broader ramifications for our society. With each contributor bringing his or her own unique insights into this dilemma, you'll gain an understanding of the issues that lie at the heart of the recent financial crisis. We currently face a serious economic situation, but in understanding it, we can overcome the challenges it presents. This well-rounded resource offers the best chance to get through these tough times and learn from our mistakes"--Adapted from the publisher's description.
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