Investment Banking and Investment Opportunities in China

Beginning with an overview, covering everything from underwriting to M&As to global presence, Liaw provides a thorough and rigorous analysis of the current market practices in all relevant business segments. He presents an investment banker's perspective on the current environment, with a detailed description of the strategic decision-making process that is crucial to successfully managing the investment bank.

This thorough guide is divided into four main sections:

• Basic Business—explores venture capital investment, mergers and acquisitions, underwriting, and asset securitization

• Global Perspective—detailed information about foreign listing on Wall Street, international capital markets, and emerging markets

• Trading and Risk Management—extensive data on proprietary trading, repurchase agreements, financial engineering, and money management

• Special Topics—discusses clearing and settlement, securities regulation, ethics, major trends, and Section 20 subsidiaries

Comprehensive, unparalleled coverage of a wide range of topics makes The Business of Investment Banking an invaluable, one-stop resource for all practicing investment banking professionals and for graduate students interested in a career in capital markets.