by Greg Gliner”International Financial Management” by Jeff Madura
The book offers a comprehensive look at macroeconomic factors that influence global markets, with a strong focus on currency trading. Gliner explores how economic indicators—such as GDP growth, inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical events—impact currency values and other assets.
The book aims to provide traders with the tools necessary to understand and profit from global market movements driven by these macroeconomic variables.
The author emphasizes the importance of developing a global macro trading strategy, which involves analyzing multiple economies and their interconnections.
Gliner provides actionable insights into how to trade based on economic cycles, central bank policies, and international relations, which can affect exchange rates and commodity prices.
In addition to explaining the theory behind macro trading, the book offers practical advice on risk management, developing a disciplined trading approach, and understanding the psychology of market behavior. Gliner’s approach is both strategic and tactical, providing readers with a clear framework to navigate the complexities of global financial markets.
This book is particularly valuable for investors and traders looking to expand their focus beyond traditional stock picking and delve into the broader economic forces shaping global currency movements.