Course Details
Country:
Belgium
Institution:
Ghent University
Course Title:
Economics of Financial Markets
Course Number:
F000764
Course Description:
The objective is to analyse the effects of changes in the macroeconomic environment
on financial markets. More specifically, the course investigates the multiple
relationships between various financial markets (stocks, bonds, corporate securities,
exchange rates, commodities, emerging markets) and the evolution of economic
variables such as economic growth, inflation, interest rates, government budget,
balance of payments, central bank policy. The aim is to assess the implications of these
interactions for investment decisions. The implications for the valuation of securities
and their risk characteristics are also investigated. During the course frequent reference
is made to current developments and topical issues. This is done by using financial
websites, financial newspaper articles and videos from financial networks. To a large
degree, the course material consists of research papers which are reviewed together
with the students.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
ECON 421
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