Created by the experienced author team of Frank Fabozzi and Pamela Peterson Drake, Introduction to Finance examines the essential elements of this discipline and makes them understandable to a wide array of readers. For seasoned professionals looking for a review or newcomers to the finance profession, this book offers a comprehensive treatment of all finance topics. Issues addressed include the major areas of finance; different asset classes and market players; and concepts such as return, risk, diversification, arbitrage, leverage, and securitization. Also included are important discussions of valuation of assets, capital budgeting, and analysis. Introduction to Finance offers a well–rounded treatment of this field, and is a convenient reference for those looking to refresh or enhance their finance skills.