An Introduction to Global Financial Markets describes the various financial sectors in clear, easy to understand terms. It provides a broad and balanced introduction to financial markets across the world. The book provides comprehensive coverage of commercial and investment banking, foreign exchange, money and bond markets, trade finance, stock markets, options, futures and other derivatives products. It is the ideal primer for those who require a basic understanding of, or who are new to, the world of finance: for example, new recruits to City firms, students of Finance, or students of Economics, Business, Management and Accounting who require a grounding in the area.