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Investcorp and the Moneybookers Bid
by Carin-Isabel Knoop Matthew Rhodes-Kropf Nori Gerardo LietzIn January 2007, Hazem Ben-Gacem, managing director and co-head of Investcorp Technology Partners (ITP), needs to decide what to bid at an auction for Moneybookers Limited, one of the top three e-payment solution providers in Europe. However, approximately 70% of Moneybookers revenues were related to transactions from online gaming sites (down from 100% in 2002). Although the thesis was that e-commerce transactions would soon make up a much larger chunk of the company's revenues, high gaming revenue still raised some questions. Between now and when Ben-Gacem had first submitted a bid of 60 million for Moneybookers back in November 2006, the U.S. Congress had enacted the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act putting pressure on e-payment firms with gambling exposure. How would investors in ITP view this transaction? Ben-Gacem also worried about whether Moneybookers could manage the growth of its business and the evolution of regulation around monetary transactions. Moneybookers had effectively become a type of bank with deposit accounts and capital adequacy requirements and all the reporting that went along with it. But could an internet startup maintain the compliance and accounting standards necessary to handle such scrutiny? Could it succeed-and if it did, what would it be worth?
Invested: How Three Centuries of Stock Market Advice Reshaped Our Money, Markets, and Minds
by Paul Crosthwaite Peter Knight Nicky Marsh Helen PaulInvested examines the perennial and nefarious appeal of financial advice manuals. Who hasn’t wished for a surefire formula for riches and a ticket to the good life? For three centuries, investment advisers of all kinds, legit and otherwise, have guaranteed that they alone can illuminate the golden pathway to prosperity—despite strong evidence to the contrary. In fact, too often, they are singing a siren song of devastation. And yet we keep listening. Invested tells the story of how the genre of investment advice developed and grew in the United Kingdom and the United States, from its origins in the eighteenth century through today, as it saturates our world. The authors analyze centuries of books, TV shows, blogs, and more, all promising techniques for amateur investors to master the ways of the market: from Thomas Mortimer’s pathbreaking 1761 work, Every Man His Own Broker, through the Gilded Age explosion of sensationalist investment manuals, the early twentieth-century emergence of a vernacular financial science, and the more recent convergence of self-help and personal finance. Invested asks why, in the absence of evidence that such advice reliably works, guides to the stock market have remained perennially popular. The authors argue that the appeal of popular investment advice lies in its promise to level the playing field, giving outsiders the privileged information of insiders. As Invested persuasively shows, the fantasies sold by these writings are damaging and deceptive, peddling unrealistic visions of easy profits and the certainty of success, while trying to hide the fact that there is no formula for avoiding life’s economic uncertainties and calamities.
Invested: Changing Forever the Way Americans Invest
by Charles Schwab“To say Charles Schwab is an entrepreneur is actually an understatement. He really is a revolutionary.”—Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike, author of Shoe DogThe founder of The Charles Schwab Corporation recounts his ups and downs as he made stock investing, once the expensive and clubby reserve of the few, accessible to ordinary Americans. In this deeply personal memoir, Schwab describes his passion to have Main Street participate in the growing economy as investors and owners, not only earners. Schwab opens up about his dyslexia and how he worked around and ultimately embraced it, and about the challenges he faced while starting his fledgling company in the 1970s. A year into his grand experiment in discounted stock trading, living in a small apartment in Sausalito with his wife, Helen, and new baby, he carried a six-figure debt and a pocketful of personal loans. As it turned out, customers flocked to Schwab, leaving his small team scrambling with scarce resources and no road map to manage the company’s growth. He recounts the company’s game-changing sale to Bank of America—and how, in the end, the merger almost doomed his organization. We learn about the clever and timely leveraged buyout he crafted to regain independence; the crushing stock market collapse of 1987, just weeks after the company had gone public; the dot-com meltdown of 2000 and its reverberating aftermath of economic stagnation, layoffs, and the company’s eventual reinvention; and how the company’s focus on managing risk protected it and its clients during the financial crisis in 2008, propelling its growth. A remarkable story of a company succeeding by challenging norms and conventions through decades of change, Invested also offers unique insights and lifelong principles for readers—the values that Schwab has lived and worked by that have made him one of the most successful entrepreneurs of our time. Today, his eponymous company is one of the leading financial services firms in the world. Advance praise for Invested“I’ve admired Chuck Schwab for a long time. When you read this book, you’ll understand why.”—Warren E. Buffett“This is a fascinating story that teaches you about the never-ending evolution of an entrepreneurial company, but even more about personal learning from that experience. So read, learn how to learn from experience, and enjoy.”—George P. Shultz, former secretary of Labor, Treasury, and State
Invested: How Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger Taught Me to Master My Mind, My Emotions, and My Money (with a Little Help from My Dad)
by Danielle Town Phil TownIn this essential handbook—a blend of Rich Dad, Poor Dad and The Happiness Project—the co-host of the wildly popular InvestED podcast shares her yearlong journey learning to invest, as taught to her by her father, investor and bestselling author Phil Town.Growing up, the words finance, savings, and portfolio made Danielle Town’s eyes glaze over, and the thought of stocks and financial statements shut down her brain. The daughter of a successful investor and bestselling financial author of Rule #1, Phil Town, she spent most of her adult life avoiding investing—until she realized that her time-consuming career as lawyer was making her feel anything but in control of her life or her money. Determined to regain her freedom, vote for her values with her money, and deal with her fear of the unpredictable stock market, she turned to her father, Phil, to help her take charge of her life and her future through Warren Buffett-style value investing. Over the course of a year, Danielle went from avoiding everything to do with the financial industrial complex to knowing exactly how and when to invest in wonderful companies. In Invested, Danielle shows you how to do the same: how to take command of your own life and finances by choosing companies with missions that match your values, using the same gold standard strategies that have catapulted Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger to the top of the Forbes 400. Avoiding complex math and obsolete financial models, she turns her father’s investing knowledge into twelve easy-to understand lessons. In each chapter, Danielle examines the investment strategies she mastered as her increasing know-how deepens the trust between her and her father. Throughout, she streamlines the process of making wise financial decisions and shows you just how easy—and profitable—investing can be.Capturing a warm, charming, and down-to-earth give and take between a headstrong daughter and her mostly patient dad, Invested makes the complex world of investing simple, straightforward, and approachable, and will help you formulate your own investment plan—and foster the confidence to put it into action.
Invested in Crisis: Public Sector Pensions Against the Future
by Tom FraserAll workers deserve access to a safe and secure retirement. But neoliberal governments set up a dynamic where the retirement of some is predicated upon the exploitation of many. In the late-1980s, Ontario’s government, financial sector, and labour movement collaborated on a major restructuring of the province’s public sector pensions. The result? The unlocking of a vault containing billions of dollars, suddenly open to be privately invested in capital markets. All this occurred as Ontario’s manufacturing economy got smaller, its care economy got bigger, and its labour movement got weaker. In Invested in Crisis, Tom Fraser traces the rise of the province’s mega-pension-funds by melding history, geography, and political economy to situate this growth in the context of Ontario’s deindustrialization, the rise of finance, and the global politics of the built environment. Fraser delves deep into the sordid stories of the public sector pension fund investment world: the massive real estate projects, the infrastructure privatization debacles, how unions fight back, and what needs to be done so we can all save for a better future.
Investieren für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Eric TysonSie möchten Ihr Geld gewinnbringend anlegen? Eric Tyson zeigt Ihnen, wie das geht. Lernen Sie zunächst die Grundlagen kennen: Verschaffen Sie sich einen Überblick über Ihre finanzielle Lage, sichern Sie sich finanziell ab, setzen Sie sich Anlage-Ziele und schätzen Sie Ihre Risikobereitschaft ein. Und erfahren Sie dann, welche Investment-Möglichkeiten sich Ihnen bieten und welche konkreten Schritte Sie dafür gehen müssen. Investieren Sie in Aktien, Immobilien oder Unternehmen und erwerben Sie zugleich ein finanzielles Grundwissen, das Ihnen hilft, Ihr Geld gewinnbringend anzulegen und nie mehr als ein kalkulierbares Risiko einzugehen.
Investieren in ETFs für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Russell Wild Anke DembowskiEmpfehlungen, sein Geld in ETFs zu investieren, gibt es immer häufiger. Aber was genau verbirgt sich hinter dem sperrigen Begriff Exchange Traded Funds? Welche Chancen bieten diese Fonds, die großen Indizes wie DAX oder EuroSTOXX folgen und nicht aktiv gemanagt werden? Welche ETFs gibt es überhaupt und welche Indexfonds sind die richtigen für Ihr persönliches Portfolio? Wie können Sie die Chancen nutzen und die Risiken überschaubar halten? Fragen wie diese beantwortet Ihnen der Investmentberater Russel Wild.
Investieren in Fonds für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Anke DembowskiSie möchten Ihr Geld in Fonds anlegen, wissen aber eigentlich gar nicht so recht, was Fonds sind oder welcher Fond der richtige für Sie ist? Keine Sorge, Anke Dembowski erklärt Ihnen einfach und verständlich, wie Fonds funktionieren, welche Fonds welche Vor- und Nachteile haben und welche Kosten, Steuern und Fördermöglichkeiten Sie im Blick haben sollten. Werden Sie sich über Ihre eigenen Anlageziele klar und lernen Sie, den passenden Fond nicht nur auszuwählen, sondern auch zu pflegen. Auch Tipps zur Risikovermeidung und zum richtigen Verhalten im Falle eines Crashs kommen nicht zu kurz. So werden Sie schon bald zum Profi-Anleger.
Investieren in Immobilien für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Björn KirchhoffSpielen Sie mit dem Gedanken, in Immobilien zu investieren und so Ihr Geld in Niedrigzinszeiten gewinnbringend anzulegen? Björn Kirchhoff zeigt Ihnen in diesem Buch, dass Sie selbst mit moderatem Geldeinsatz in "Betongold" investieren können. Lernen Sie von ihm, welche Vorteile das Immobilieninvestment und der Aufbau eines passiven Einkommens hat. Lassen Sie sich erklären, wie Sie beim direkten Investment die richtige Immobilie auswählen, kalkulieren, kaufen und vermieten. Und erfahren Sie, welche Formen des indirekten Investments es mit Immobilienfonds und REITs-ETFs gibt und wie Sie ins Crowdinvesting einsteigen können.
Investieren in Immobilien für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Björn KirchhoffSpielen Sie mit dem Gedanken, in Immobilien zu investieren? Björn Kirchhoff zeigt Ihnen in diesem Buch, dass Sie selbst mit moderatem Geldeinsatz in "Betongold" investieren können. Lernen Sie von ihm, welche Vorteile das Immobilieninvestment und der Aufbau eines passiven Einkommens hat. Lassen Sie sich erklären, wie Sie beim direkten Investment die richtige Immobilie auswählen, kalkulieren, kaufen und vermieten. Und erfahren Sie, welche Formen des indirekten Investments es mit Immobilienfonds und REITs-ETFs gibt und wie Sie ins Crowdinvesting einsteigen können.
Investieren Leicht Gemacht: Warren Buffet Strategien zum Vermögensaufbau und zur Schaffung von passivem Einkommen
by Adidas WilsonJeder wünscht sich finanzielle Freiheit. Viele versuchen, sie zu erreichen, indem sie das tun, was sie leidenschaftlich gerne tun. Es gibt Menschen, die sie gefunden haben, indem sie in dem Unternehmen, in dem sie arbeiten, die Karriereleiter hinaufkletterten, während andere ein Unternehmen gegründet haben. In den letzten fünf Jahren gab es mehr Millionäre als in jedem anderen Zeitraum. Online-Ressourcen und das Internet im Allgemeinen sind für einen großen Teil dieses Erfolgs verantwortlich. Die meisten dieser Menschen waren so nett, über ihren Erfolg zu schreiben und einige Ratschläge und Einblicke in den Erfolg zu geben und was man tun muss, um ihn zu erreichen. Eine Sache, die in den meisten Büchern erwähnt wird, sind die "Geheimnisse der finanziellen Freiheit". Was sind diese Geheimnisse? Ganz gleich, wie viel Geld Sie verdienen, wenn Sie keine Ahnung haben, wie Sie damit umgehen sollen, werden Sie niemals finanzielle Freiheit erreichen - Sie werden nicht einmal in die Nähe kommen. Sie müssen lernen, wie Sie Ihr Geld verwalten und eine Kultur des Sparens pflegen. Ihr Geld sollte für Sie arbeiten. Wenn Sie unkontrollierbare Ausgabegewohnheiten haben, wird es Ihnen am Ende noch schlechter gehen als Menschen, die viel weniger verdienen als Sie. Der erste Schritt zur finanziellen Freiheit ist Sparen. Analysieren Sie Ihre Ausgabengewohnheiten. Kontrollieren Sie Ihre Ausgabengewohnheiten und beginnen Sie mit der Haushaltsplanung und dem Sparen. Als Nächstes sollten Sie lernen, wie Sie Ihre Ersparnisse anlegen. Dies ist eine der wichtigsten Entscheidungen in Ihrem Leben. Nehmen Sie sich Zeit und erforschen Sie die Wachstumsmärkte. Wenn Sie das, was Sie tun, lieben, werden Sie der finanziellen Freiheit, nach der Sie sich sehnen, näher kommen. Sie können viel Geld verdienen, aber ein unglückliches Leben führen, weil Ihnen Ihre Arbeit keinen Spaß macht. Wenn Sie Ihrer Leidenschaft folgen, werden sich alle anderen Dinge von selbst ergeben. Der beste W
Investieren mit KI-Tools für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Paul MladjenovicDenn intelligent investieren ist eine Kunst! Künstliche Intelligenz ist allgegenwärtig und auch an der Wall Street nicht mehr wegzudenken. Paul Mladjenovic weist Ihnen den Weg durch den Dschungel der neuen Möglichkeiten, die KI Ihnen bietet, und zeigt Ihnen, wie Sie mithilfe von KI Ihre persönlichen Anlageziele erreichen. Sie lernen, wie KI Sie bei der Auswahl der richtigen Aktien und ETFs unterstützt, wie Sie ChatGPT und Robo Advisor gewinnbringend einsetzen und wie KI Ihnen Hilfestellung bei technischer und Fundamentalanalyse leisten kann. Gleichzeitig werden auch die Risiken und Gefahren von KI am Aktienmarkt beleuchtet. Sie erfahren Welche KI-Tools Ihnen wirklich weiterhelfen Wie Sie effektive Prompts formulieren Wie Sie mit KI Ihre Chancen auf dem Arbeitsmarkt verbessern In welche Aktien im KI-Sektor Sie sinnvoll investieren können
Investigated Reporting: Muckrakers, Regulators, and the Struggle over Television Documentary
by Chad RaphaelTriple Award Winner: 2006 History Division Book Award of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication, 2006 Frank Luther Mott/Kappa Tau Alpha Communications Award, and 2005 Donald McGannon Award for Social and Ethical Relevance in Communications Policy Research
Investigating Being in Organizations and Leadership: A Phenomenological Alternative
by Kim Malmbak Møller Michael FastThis book discusses the ontological foundation for organizational analysis and organizational life from a phenomenological perspective. The objective of this book is to provide the reader with an understanding of organizations that adequately takes into account the current philosophical knowledge regarding human nature. A key result of this analysis is that organizations are existentially founded human experiences of emotions, ethics, culture and narrative. This understanding of organizations is furthermore complicated by the existence of concepts of power, relationship, interaction and identity, which all can be perceived as contradicting notions of objectivity, professionalism and rationalism. The question is not whether this is an easy description to navigate nor apply, but rather where we go from here. This book would be of interest to students and scholars working on the philosophy of business, and academics in critical organization studies and alternative philosophy of organization. The book would also be of interest to people in all organization trying to understand everyday of dilemmas and contradictions.
Investigating Corporate Fraud
by Michael J. ComerIn 1998 Gower published the highly successful third edition of Corporate Fraud by Michael Comer. Sadly, the need for such books has not disappeared - if anything it has increased - with cases such as Enron, WorldCom and the Allied Irish Bank and so this volume concentrates on the practicalities of investigating and recovering from fraud. Fraud can be prevented by secure processes and by ensuring that people allowed access to them are honest. This is easier said than done; failures will occur and every company needs contingency plans as a safety net. Contrary to popular belief, corporate fraud happens to good companies and effective managers. What is crucial is your reaction when suspicions are first aroused - fraud changes from a problem to a disaster mainly because people's initial response is ineffective. This book is a comprehensive action plan for organizations that are victims of corporate fraud. The aim is to help make sure that you can react swiftly and effectively, recover your money, your costs with interest and punish the offenders so that a deterrent is established for others. Most importantly the book will help you return to normal working as quickly as possible. It is highly practical, featuring checklists and case examples throughout. Applying his extraordinary experience, keen insight and vast practical knowledge, Mike Comer is able to take a unique position in showing organizations what they can do and what their rights are. His writing style is entertaining and enlightening - this is no dry, laborious and incomprehensible legal reference. You will find Investigating Corporate Fraud a fascinating and invaluable source of practical expert guidance on a subject strewn with potential dangers.
Investigating Cultural Aspects in Indian Organizations
by Vijay Pereira Ashish MalikThe purpose of this edited collection is to analyse the cultural aspects of Indian organizations. As the world's largest and most diverse democracy, Indian society can be best described as an amalgam of multiple cultures, value systems, socio-political and institutional orientations. This book offers a theoretical and empirical basis for understanding the evolving and changing nature of these aspects in Indian organizations. The World Bank predicts that in the near future India will become the world's second largest economy. The recent high growth rates reported by businesses in the Indian economy needs to be sustainable, especially amidst its high cultural diversity. Whilst there is tremendous interest in understanding the intricacies of Indian culture and a growing literature focusing on topics such as India-specific management and internationalization strategies of Indian firms, the cultural aspects of Indian businesses have been largely ignored. This book aims to fill this gap. It covers various topics in organizational culture and management such as human resource management, cross-cultural communication and coaching, cultural similarity, cultural literacy, multiculturalism, generational cultural values, talent acquisition and knowledge management. It also features case studies from high growth sectors such as the IT and health industries. Presenting contributions from local Indian and international researchers, this book provides a multidimensional perspective that will appeal to students, scholars and practitioners interested in organizational culture and management in India.
Investigating Inflation Dynamics in Sudan
by Kenji MoriyamaA report from the International Monetary Fund.
Investigating the Performance of Chinese Banks: Efficiency and Risk Features
by Yong TanThis book applies econometric techniques to test the relationship between efficiency and risk within the banking industry in China. Chapters examine how efficiency has been affected by different types of risk-taking behaviour and how risk has been an important determinant of bank efficiency in the context of the series of reforms impacting banks in China since 1978. The author begins by unpacking these reforms and proceeds to explain relevant theories of efficiency and bank risk before reviewing empirical literature in evaluating risk and efficiency in the banking industry. He then investigates the issues of efficiency and risk in the Chinese banking industry using a number of modern econometric techniques. The final chapters present the results of original empirical research conducted by the author, and provide valuable implications to Chinese government as well as banking regulatory authorities to make relevant policies.
Investigating the Performance of Chinese Banks: Efficiency and Risk Features (Palgrave Macmillan Studies in Banking and Financial Institutions)
by Yong TanThis book applies econometric techniques to test the relationship between efficiency and risk within the banking industry in China. Chapters examine how efficiency has been affected by different types of risk-taking behaviour and how risk has been an important determinant of bank efficiency in the context of the series of reforms impacting banks in China since 1978. The author begins by unpacking these reforms and proceeds to explain relevant theories of efficiency and bank risk before reviewing empirical literature in evaluating risk and efficiency in the banking industry. He then investigates the issues of efficiency and risk in the Chinese banking industry using a number of modern econometric techniques. The final chapters present the results of original empirical research conducted by the author, and provide valuable implications to Chinese government as well as banking regulatory authorities to make relevant policies.
Investigating the Use of Sex in Media Promotion and Advertising
by Tom ReichertThe latest scholarship on one of today&’s most pressing issues Today, it is obvious that sexual content is a prevalent aspect of the media and that the intensity of this content has increased in recent years. Less obvious, however, are the direct effects the strategic use of sexual content has on audiences. Investigating the Use of Sex in Media Promotion and Advertising presents the latest scholarship on the role of sex in the most common media outlets-television programming, radio "shock jocks," music videos, magazines, and advertising. The eye-opening contributions from over a dozen recognized experts in the field provide useful empirical evidence on media-conveyed sexual stimuli and look toward moving the public dialogue on sex in the media further along. Often, opinions regarding sex in the media have little or no scientific grounding and even when scientific-grounded arguments are offered, they suffer from wide gaps in research-based knowledge. Investigating the Use of Sex in Media Promotion and Advertising is the important compilation that fills these knowledge gaps. In delving into this pressing issue, it not only offers timely findings that provide an indication of the nature, prevalence, and effects of sexual information when used as a promotional tool, but suggests new directions for the study of sex and media as well. This informative text is also extensively referenced and features numerous tables to clearly present research data. Chapters in Investigating the Use of Sex in Media Promotion and Advertising examine: the nature and extent of sexually appealing newscasters primarily on cable news programs commentary and camera angles of women&’s sporting events in the 2004 Summer Olympic Games the efficacy of both sexual content and sexual self-schema on consumers&’ attitudes toward promotional announcements, advertised programs, viewing intention, and self-reported arousal the history and content analysis of "shock jock" radio like the Howard Stern and the Bob & Tom shows the relationship among sexual content in music videos, viewer enjoyment, and actual product purchase intention Maxim magazine&’s cover formula and the competitive response from other men&’s lifestyle magazines the efficacy of men&’s magazines&’ sexual cover models on consumer outcome variables, including interest and purchase intention an international perspective of nudity in advertising in magazines versus on television a case study of the sexual appeals used in several billboard ads for the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas and much more! Filled with insightful and groundbreaking information, Investigating the Use of Sex in Media Promotion and Advertising is a vital resource for advertising and media professionals as well as educators and upper-level and graduate students in media, communications, and advertising programs.
Investigating Your Career
by Ann K. Jordan Lynne T. WhaleyBy emphasizing why lifelong learning is an essential skill for career planning, Investigating Your Career helps students in grades 7 and 8 make the most of their future high school years. This semester-length middle school text encourages students to investigate their own identity and implement career plans that fit their individuality by matching career focus to their interests, abilities, values, personalities and personal goals. The importance of volunteer work and extra-curricular activities is explored as well as educational and work experiences that will help build the skills needed to be successful in a chosen career.
Investigating Your Career
by Ann K. Jordan Lynne T. WhaleyMany states now require or recommend a semester length career course before graduating to high school. This gives students the opportunity to direct their attention toward an area of interest that might develop into a career path and to identify high school and college course offerings related to their career choices. Investigating Your Career, 2e helps students: Identify their passions, talents, values, and goals. Investigate the 16 career clusters with an eye toward their future. Learn critical success skills such as how to budget their money, the value of credit, and how to manage their time. Use practical planning and decision-making tools to develop a personal career plan. Practice the education search skills and job search skills needed to implement their career plan.
Investigating Your Career (Second Edition)
by Ann K. Jordan Lynne T. WhaleyBy beginning your planning now, you will have a better chance for future success and happiness. Career success starts with your passions, attitude, talents, and heart.
Investigating Your Career (Third Edition)
by Ann Jordan Lynne Whaley Tena B. CrewsWould you like a text that gives you the opportunity to direct your attention toward an area of interest that might develop into a career path and helps you identify educational course offerings related to your career choices? INVESTIGATING YOUR CAREER, 3rd Edition has been revised to include social networking, personal finance, blog activities, math and financial information, and additional coverage on the 16 Career Clusters, making it the perfect solution. This career exploration text uniquely focuses on your individual PATH to success: your Passions, Attitude, Talents, and Heart, as career possibilities are explored. You will learn critical success skills such as how to budget your money, the value and misuse of credit, and how to manage your time. Focusing education on the future, the U.S. Office of Education has grouped careers into 16 clusters based on similar job characteristics. Every chapter in INVESTIGATING YOUR CAREER, 3E includes detailed information on a career cluster allowing you to learn about the various career options available. The career cluster approach makes it easier to understand the relevance of your required courses.
Investigation and Prevention of Financial Crime: Knowledge Management, Intelligence Strategy and Executive Leadership
by Petter GottschalkSo long as there are weaknesses that can be exploited for gain, companies, other organizations and private individuals will be taken advantage of. This theoretically-based but hugely practical book focuses on what is generally seen as financial or economic crime: theft, fraud, manipulation, and corruption. Petter Gottschalk considers how, in some competitive environments, goals can 'legitimise' all kinds of means, and how culture can exert a role in relation to what is seen as acceptable or unacceptable behaviour by individuals. In Investigation and Prevention of Financial Crime he addresses important topics including organized crime, money laundering, cyber crime, corruption in law enforcement agencies, and whistleblowing, and provides expert advice about strategies for the use of intelligence to combat financial crime. The uniqueness of his approach to the subject lies in the way he is able to explain intelligence and intelligence processes in the wider context of knowledge and knowledge management. The numerous case studies throughout the book illustrate the 'policing' of financial crime from an intelligence, knowledge management and systems perspective. Law enforcers, lawyers, security personnel, consultants and investigators, as well as those in auditing and accountancy and with responsibilities for containing risk in banks, other financial institutions and in businesses generally, will find this an invaluable source of practical guidance. The book will also be of interest to advanced students and researchers in criminology and police science.