Encyclopedia of Alternative Investments

As authoritative as it is pioneering, this volume is the first reference that specifically focuses on alternative investments. It includes approximately 750 entries under three major categories: hedge funds, managed futures, and ventures capital and private equity. More than a glossary, the book examines each topic in-depth, using and defining the vocabulary specific to this evolving area of investment. The contributors are well known in their respective fields and the editorial board is made up of leading scholars. Completely covering the dynamic area of alternative investments, the book is an essential resource for investment and finance professionals as well as students in business and finance programs.

List of contents

Editorial Board. Contributors. Acknowledgments. Introduction. List of Entries A-Z. 

About the author

Greg N. Gregoriou

Summary

Discusses about such alternative investments as hedge funds, managed futures, commodities, and venture capital. This book offers definitions for each entry, lists numerous tables and figures, and includes academic references for money managers and investors who want to understand the jargon and delve into the definitions.

Product details

• Authors: Greg N. Gregoriou, Greg N. (EDT) Gregoriou, Greg N. (State University of New York ( Gregoriou, Greg N. (Suny Gregoriou
• Assisted by: Greg N. Gregoriou (Editor), Greg N. (State University of New York (SUNY) Gregoriou (Editor)
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 18.08.2008
• EAN: 9781420064889
• ISBN: 978-1-4200-6488-9
• No. of pages: 592
• Dimensions: 184 mm x 254 mm x 38 mm
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Business > General, dictionaries; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Finance / General, MATHEMATICS / General, Finance & accounting, Applied mathematics, Finance and accounting