Description

Investment Management offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles, strategies, and practices essential for effectively managing investments in today's financial markets. This textbook provides a solid foundation in both theoretical concepts and practical applications, catering to students, professionals, and investors alike. The book begins by introducing the fundamental principles of investment management, including the objectives of investors, risk and return trade-offs, and the impact of market conditions on investment decisions. It covers various asset classes such as equities, fixed income securities, derivatives, and alternative investments, emphasizing the importance of asset allocation and diversification in portfolio construction. "Investment Management" discusses key topics such as portfolio theory, capital market theory, behavioral finance, and the efficient market hypothesis. It explores investment strategies including passive and active management approaches, factor investing, and sustainable investing. Through case studies, real-world examples, and exercises, this textbook illustrates how investment theories and principles are applied in practice. It equips readers with the analytical skills and knowledge necessary to navigate financial markets, evaluate investment opportunities, and construct portfolios that align with individual and institutional investment objectives.