The Business of Investment Banking

So far this is a great read... recommended for anyone either in or looking to get into the very exciting and highly lucrative business that is Investment Banking and Investment Finance.

This book is very well written and very easy to understand. It touches on most of the various aspects of the business without over-focusing or under-focusing on any particular area. A definate business school quality textbook, or an excellent reference source. Real life examples are given to further your hands-on understanding. I emailed the author, and my email was quickly responded to in a very friendly manner. I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn the business of investment banking.

What exactly do the Masters of the Universe do between weekends at their Hamptons estates? While most of us have a vague idea of what investment banking is, businesspeople need a clear understanding of what goes on behind the Wall Street curtain. This book pulls that curtain aside with a systematic explanation of the businesses, strategies and tools of the major investment banks. Parental advisory: The book features a technically complex subject being addressed by a professor in finance. Some colorful anecdotes or engaging examples might have lightened the mood, but this isn't exactly Oprah territory here, and we [...] heartily recommend this solid book. Writing with expertise, Thomas Liaw breaks down the current business of investment banking and examines the changes that are blending the profession with commercial banking and insurance, a process that could reduce the Masters to mere mortal servants of global financial services supermarkets.

I was disappointed that I could not get any discount, but I bought it anyway. I wanted to get an understanding of this particular business segment. After reading several chapters of the book, I have to say that I am glad I purchased this title. It's an excellent reading for business school students and for those interested in this business. The book does not cover everything under the sun, but it does cover many of the major business areas very well. Nice and easy reading, no nonsense mathmatical equations. A good book.

This is the most comprehensive book on this subject I have seen in years. It describes each major segment of the investment banking business well. It is not perfect, but much better than other titles listed here.