Well-known for its focus on applying modern finance principles, Brealey delivers a broad introduction to the financial landscape discussing major players in financial markets, the role of financial institutions in the economy, and how securities are traded and valued by investors.

Recognized for outstanding research, teaching excellence, and their market leading finance texts, Brealey’s writing style and approach sets it apart from others - relaxed, interesting, and readable - making the content more inviting for students.  Brealey integrates current, real world applications, a variety of problem material and mini cases for students to practice and apply their knowledge.

The Seventh Canadian Edition continues to make financial management clear, useful, interesting and fun for the beginning students.  The authors have updated coverage across all chapters, enhanced the analytical tools used with book and added material to improve readability.
Part One:Introduction
Chapter 1-Goals and Governance of the Firm
Chapter 2-Financial Markets and Institutions
Chapter 3-Accounting and Finance
Chapter 4-Measuring Corporate Performance

Part Two:Value
Chapter 5-The Time Value of Money
Chapter 6-Valuing Bonds
Chapter 7-Valuing Stocks
Chapter 8-Net Present Value and Other Investment Criteria
Chapter 9-Using Discounted Cash Flow Analysis to Make Investment Decisions
Chapter 10-Project Analysis

Part Three:Risk
Chapter 11-Introduction to Risk, Return, and the Opportunity Cost of Capital
Chapter 12-Risk, Return, and Capital Budgeting
Chapter 13-The Weighted-Average Cost of Capital and Company Valuation

Part Four:Financing
Chapter 14-Introduction to Corporate Financing and Governance
Chapter 15-Venture Capital, IPOs, and Seasoned Offerings

Part Five:Debt and Payout Policy
Chapter 16-Debt Policy
Chapter 17-Leasing
Chapter 18-Payout Policy