Updated and improved, this latest edition by Christopher Viney has been extensively rewritten ensuring its content remains relevant, current and accessible to students. All new coverage has been provided on recent industry developments, in particular banking and capital adequacy regulations. All website references have been updated to ensure readers have up-to-the-minute real-world data. Clearly written, the author builds on the strengths of the previous edition by ensuring that explanations of key concepts are clear and well-written. The text is easy to follow, and end-of-chapter questions are comprehensive. Examples used are relevant and assist students in relating to real-world scenarios. New design features and pedagogical features have been used to make information more accessible to the reader. Reflection points assist students through the reinforcement of content learned, whilst extended learning features encourage students to take the next level in terms of more challenging content and questions. This text continues to cover the diverse range of opportunities in the finance industry. Updated with new contributions, students gain an understanding of the industry that they will be working in.