Financial Crisis

New bank failures have been a rude awakening for everyone who believed that the banking industry was reformed after the Global Financial Crisis—and that we'd never again have to choose between massive bailouts and financial havoc. The Bankers' New Clothes uncovers just how little things have changed—and why banks are still so dangerous.

Unlock the secrets of history's greatest economic frenzies with The Gold Rush Mentality—an enthralling journey through the world of speculative manias and the psychological forces that drive them. Have you ever wondered why seemingly rational people get swept up in irrational financial crazes? This captivating eBook takes you on a whirlwind tour of the most memorable speculative booms, from the Dutch Tulip Mania to the modern-day bitcoin phenomenon. Delve into the heart of the California Gold Rush and see the seismic impact it had on society and the economy. Experience the euphoric highs ...

Is there really a global financial ruler? One that dictates policy to the central banks of the world? Is there a central bank of central banks that is senior to the US Federal Reserve Bank, the Bank of England, and the other national banks that control interest rates, inflation, deflation, prosperity, and depression? Such a bank not only exists, but John Truman Wolfe exposed this heretofore unseen hand in the Global Financial Crisis of 2008 and their plans for the next one. No "conspiracy theorist", Wolfe names names, dates, places, and actions.

A year has passed since the horrific events that drove Austin out of his home took place. Now it's time for them all to face the devastating aftermath.The ruthless terrorist organization is coming for everyone, and they will stop at nothing until they triumph. In this overwhelming post-apocalyptic world, where the communities are largely uninhabitable, the military has not been responding to the citizen's pleas for help. So, on their own, Austin and Michelle are trying to resist, but they are drastically outnumbered by people they can't trust.

With investors more eager than ever to protect their investments, The Empire of Debt is an essential guide to the future of finance, harnessing history to accurately plot where we are and where we're going.

Finance plays a key role in the prosperity of the modern world—but it also brings grave dangers. We seek to manage those threats with a vast array of sophisticated mathematical tools and techniques of financial risk management. Too often, though, we fail to address the greatest risk—the peril posed by our own behavior. Jon Danielsson argues that critical risk is generated from within, through the interactions of individuals and perpetuated by their beliefs, objectives, abilities, and prejudices.

The financial shelves are filled with books that explain how popular carry trading has become in recent years. But none has revealed just how significant a role it plays in the global economy - until now. A groundbreaking book sure to leave its mark in the canon of investing literature, The Rise of Carry explains how carry trading has virtually shaped the global economic picture - one of decaying economic growth, recurring crises, wealth disparity, and, in too many places, social and political upheaval.

Are you a grandparent who wants to make a meaningful impact during your family's challenging times? Grandparenting in Crisis is your essential guide to navigating family crises with wisdom, compassion, and resilience. This comprehensive eBook offers practical strategies for forging strong emotional bonds, providing reliable support, and maintaining your own well-being, all while distinguishing your critical role in the family structure. When crises strike, every family needs a rock. Learn how to be that steadfast presence through effective listening, emotional support, and open ...

"Be it a crisis due to unemployment, recession, divorce, or the coronavirus pandemic, a crisis is a crisis; you need to be prepared and switch to an emergency budget immediately." – Reshma Bhojwani Having gone through several financial crises in her career, the 2008 recession, two divorces, and now the coronavirus pandemic, Reshma wrote this book to teach readers budgeting and financial survival skills during good and bad times. She instantly puts the reader at ease by sharing her life struggles as examples, along with providing simple, easy to follow hand-written sticky notes and ...

The eminent economic historian Harold James presents a new perspective on financial crises, dividing them into "good" crises, which ultimately expand markets and globalization, and "bad" crises, which result in a smaller, less prosperous world. Examining seven turning points in financial history—from the depression of the 1840s through the Great Depression of the 1930s to the COVID-19 crisis—James shows how crashes prompted by a lack of supply, like the oil shortages of the 1970s, lead to greater globalization as markets expand and producers innovate to increase supply.

Most American adults easily recognize the following description of the 2008 financial crisis. Unregulated Wall Street firms (so-called shadow banks) made too many risky bets with derivatives, causing the housing bubble to burst. The contagious run through the financial system was only stopped by bailouts from the federal government and major regulatory changes

When Charles P. Kindleberger's Manias, Panics, and Crashes: A History of Financial Crises was first published in 1978, the world was entering a new period of global economic turbulence. Established economists based their analyses on the assumption that investors act rationally, and these economists often communicated their ideas with dry, technical language. Kindleberger rebelled against convention. Using a more literary and descriptive style, he came up with a new view.

"Conquer the Series 14 Exam: Study Guide for the Compliance Officer Qualification Exam" is your comprehensive resource for mastering the complexities of the Series 14 exam. This study guide covers all essential topics, from regulatory frameworks and supervisory controls to ethics, risk management, and crisis management. Each chapter delves into the core principles and best practices necessary for ensuring compliance and operational integrity in the securities industry. With detailed explanations, practical examples, and up-to-date information, this guide provides the tools you need to ...

As at October 2007 there was an estimated loss on the subprime market of approximately $250 billion. If you want to come out on top, you have come to the right place. In these times of financial uncertainty and global financial crisis it is crucial that individuals are able to manage their own financial affairs to a degree and have an understanding of their own affairs so that they can make informed decisions about how best to protect their own financial assets.

In Noncompliant, Segarra chronicles her experience blowing open the doors on the relationship between the big banks and the government bodies set up to regulate them. As we mark the 10th anniversary of the 2008 financial crisis, Noncompliant shows us how little has changed, and offers an urgent call for real reforms.

Note: This is a Beginner's Basic Guide to Investing in Gold and Silver. Knowledge is power, and nowhere does this hold more truth than in investing. Clearly, investing in silver and gold will help protect your assets in the event of a currency collapse. While many people claim this can't happen, there are just as many signs pointing to it as a serious possibility.

Delve into the riveting world of financial turmoil with this engrossing guide that uncovers the most infamous economic crashes and bubbles in history. From ancient market frenzies to today's complex financial landscapes, this book offers a compelling journey through the ages. Tulip Mania: Uncover the details of the world’s first financial bubble and its far-reaching consequences. The Great Depression: Explore the causes and profound impacts of the 1929 economic collapse. The Dot-Com Bubble: Understand the rise and dramatic burst of the early 2000s internet frenzy. The 2008 Global ...

There have been numerous books examining the 2008 financial crisis from either a US or European perspective. Tamim Bayoumi is the first to explain how the Euro crisis and US housing crash were, in fact, parasitically intertwined. Starting in the 1980s, Bayoumi outlines the cumulative policy errors that undermined the stability of both the European and US financial sectors, highlighting the catalytic role played by European mega banks that exploited lax regulation to expand into the US market and financed unsustainable bubbles on both continents.

The subprime mortgage crisis has already wreaked havoc on the lives of millions of people, and now it threatens to derail the U.S. economy and economies around the world. In this trenchant book, best-selling economist Robert Shiller reveals the origins of this crisis and puts forward bold measures to solve it.

In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic made it painfully clear that governments across the world could not adequately protect their citizens. Millions of people suffered and died in just two years, while administrations around the globe blundered; prize-winning economists overlooked devastating trade-offs from the collapse of trade; and elites escaped to isolated retreats. In this compelling economic, political and financial history, veteran journalists Bethany McClean and Joseph Nocera analyse the American response to the pandemic as a case study, to offer fresh and provocative answers.