Peek behind the scenes of global finance with a clear, shop‑ready guide.
This book explains how money moves in the London market, how acceptance houses differ from banks, and what balance sheets reveal about banking power.
In these pages, you’ll see the anatomy of a money market, including the roles of joint stock banks, discount houses, and the famous Big Five. The text links theory to practice by showing how bankers manage credits, drafts, and acceptances, and how central banks influence gold flows and rates.
- How acceptance houses operate and charge commissions.
- How balance sheets reflect a bank’s health and its ability to meet liabilities.
- Differences between current accounts, deposits, and callable capital in English banks.
- Historical context for London’s money market and its influence on modern exchange.
Ideal for readers of economic history or anyone curious about the mechanics behind exchange rates and international finance.