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Capital Ideas: The Improbable Origins of Modern Wall Street
Reveals how a small group of scholars--Harry Markowitz, William Sharpe, Merton Miller, and others--laid the foundation for a revolution in commerce with theories they developed after the recession in 1974
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Origins of modern finance theory for investment enthusiasts.
Who is this book for?
If you're curious about how today's financial world was shaped, this book offers a fascinating peek into the minds of the pioneering scholars behind modern investment strategies. It feels like a backstage pass to the financial revolution, perfect for anyone interested in understanding the ideas that guide Wall Street today.