Provides a broad introduction to principle global financial markets and institutions from the US, Japan, UK, Germany, and France. Describes various financial sectors in clear terms, using mathematical formulae and statistical examples while keeping in mind the needs of the non-numerate reader. Includes chapters summaries and a glossary. For advanced students, those working in banking and financial institutions in a support role, and staff in suppliers of information and computer services to the financial markets. This is an extensively revised edition of An Introduction to Western Financial Markets. The original title was first published in 1993. Valdez is director of Profile Financial Training plc.