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Andrew Fight
Book Description
Investors and ratings agencies have been caught by surprise by the wave of recent bank failures and closures in Europe and Asia that have needed large scale government bailouts. This book addresses this issue by explaining why ratings exist, the history of ratings and the background of the ratings process. The process is inherent with problems and these are identified and discussed, in addition the book covers the contemporary issues and controversies surrounding the subject.
ISBN-13
9780471491347
Language
English
Publisher
John Wiley Sons Inc
Publication Date
15 Feb 2001
Number of Pages
284
About the Author
ANDREW FIGHT is a senior consultant with the CFPB - French Bankers Training Institution. He is also the author of nine books and training manuals on banking related matters. Andrew Fight has 15 years experience with various banks, central banks and consulting firms as a financial analyst, consultant and writer in international banking. His career included direct ratings experience with IBCA.
Editorial Review
The book deals admirably with these problems, explaining thedebates involved and detailing ratings companies' excuses with theright level of cynicism. (Investment Adviser, 19th February2001) "...This is a comprehensive guide to ratings agencies."(Portfolio International, February 2001)