J. Fred Weston

PREFACE From 1992 to 2000, the pace of merger activity rose to unprecedented levels. An environment of sustained economic growth and rising stock prices facilitated transactions. Toward the end of 2000, the economic climate shifted and merger activity in the fourth quarter declined. The economy...

Preface The central focus oi Essentials of Managerial Finance is on the role of the financial manager in maximizing the value of the firm. We begin with a discussion of such basic concepts as security markets, taxes, interest rates, and risk/return valuation models. Then we go on to explain how...

Preface In the United Kingdom in recent years, academics and business practitioners alike have shown a growing awareness of the importance of the study of managerial finance. The major accountancy bodies have reflected this awareness by including the study of finance in their examination...