Finance
AFRICA: Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO)
The BCEAO is the common central bank of the eight member states which form the West African Monetary Union: Côte d'Ivoire, Benin, Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Guinea-Bissau and Togo. The BCEAO is a public international institution. French is the official working language of the organization, but the site provides a number of documents in English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 8, 2011
AFRICA: The African Development Bank Group
The African Development Bank Group is the premier financial development institution of Africa, dedicated to combating poverty and improving the lives of people of the continent. It is engaged in the task of mobilizing resources towards the economic and social progress of its regional member countries. This site provides publications, financial reports, topics on development issues and events information. The site is available in English and French.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 7, 2011
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) aims to improve the welfare of the citizens of Asia, particularly the 1.9 billion residents that live under $2 a day by providing loans, grants, technical assistance, and policy dialogue. This site provides information and resources on business opportunities, cofinancing, employment opportunities, consulting, economic research, scholarships and more for interested parties in Asia. Country profiles and related topics are also available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
Barclays: Financial Resource Center
The Commercial banking arm of Barclays provides a Financial Resource Center with a variety of reference information. The user can access financial news bulletins, the latest market report, business press highlights as well as leadership resources.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Bloomberg Online: Market Data
The Market Data section of the Bloomberg website offers a wide range of tools and information about financial markets. Real time rates for numerous investments in America, Asia and Europe are available as well as a currency converter for more than 200 currencies.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Business Money Today
Business Money Today is an online business portal providing information and resources to help business owners find money or capital to start, run or grow their businesses. The site provides resources for start-up business, small business, med/large business, and corporations. While advertisements on a few of the pages can be distracting, the site provides a wide variety of financial reference information free of charge.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Central American Bank for Economic Integration
The Central American Bank for Economic Integration is the largest financial institution in Central America and is focused on the promotion of integration and economic and social development in the region. The site provides links to member countries, financial information, and publications. The site can be viewed in English or Spanish and is free to use.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
Deutsche Bank Research
The website of Deutsche Bank Research provides the user with useful market information, quality macro-economical analysis, international news and headlines as well as an extensive financial glossary. Available in German and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 8, 2011
Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
Established in 1983, the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank is the monetary authority for Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It issues a common currency and establishes the monetary policy of its members. The site provides the user with financial and economic news and data.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
Economist: The Big Mac Index
The Big Mac Index compares the purchasing-power parity of various countries based on the price of an identical item (in this case a Big Mac). This "PPP exchange rate" is then compared with actual currency values to determine which world currencies are undervalued or overvalued when compared with the dollar.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 8, 2011
Euromoney: International Financial News and Analysis
Euromoney is an authoritative round up of the capital markets, investment, foreign exchange and treasury, and regional markets. The site publishes benchmark polls, awards and surveys.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
European Central Bank
The European Central Bank (ECB) is one component of the central banking system of the Euro area. Its prime objective is to maintain the price and stability of the Euro.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
European Investment Bank
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the financing institution of the European Union. The EIB's mission is to provide long-term financing and support for projects and inititives within the EU. Publications and report are also available at no charge.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
FTSE Indices
FTSE is a leader in developing indices for the global capital markets. The FTSE website provides detailed information about their indices, as well as news, research and publications. Available in English and Japanese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 8, 2011
FX Street
This site offers daily updated information about foreign exchange markets as well as forex news, market reports, forecasts, and real-time exchange rates and charts. A currency converter and historical tables are also available. Available in multiple languages.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 9, 2011
gE Module: International Monetary Systems
The International Monetary Systems module provides information regarding: the history of the International Monetary System; the importance of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, including their basic purposes and functions; what money markets and international money markets are; what international capital markets are and their function in both developing and high-income countries; international security markets; and the basics of the European Monetary System. A case study on Argentina’s recent economic crisis is available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 11, 2011
IAS PLUS
Globalization of the world’s capital markets requires that companies report financial information on a comparable and transparent basis worldwide. Hosted by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, this site provides comprehensive information on the development of international accounting standards and the efforts of individual countries around the world to converge their standards around the highest quality benchmark. It includes links to over 200 sites relating to global accounting and financial reporting.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 9, 2011
IFAC: International Federation of Accountants
The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) is the global organization for the accountancy profession. It works with its member organizations in over 120 countries and jurisdictions to protect the public interest by encouraging high quality practices by the world's accountants. The web site provides free publications on international accounting standards and procedures of more than 100 countries. Some services are available only to qualified members.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
IMF: Global Financial Stability Report
The Global Financial Stability Report is a semi-annual report published by the International Capital Markets division of IMF. The report aims to provide a regular assessment of global financial markets and to identify potential systemic weaknesses that could lead to crises. Available in PDF format.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
IMF: International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international organization established to promote international monetary cooperation, exchange stability, and orderly exchange arrangements. The web site provides a broad range of useful tools, data and information on international finance, a rich weekly news section and an international financial database for free. The site is also available in Arabic, Chinese, French, Japanese, Russian and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
INDEX: World Federation of Exchanges
A private international organization, the World Federation of Exchanges is composed of the worldwide leading markets operators. The foundation is the trade organization geared toward regulated securities and derivative markets, settlement institutions and related clearing houses, and the many services they provide to capital markets. The organization offers a forum for communication and debate between members, publications and up-to-date news.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 7, 2011
Inter-American Center of Tax Administrations
The Inter-American Center of Tax Administrations is a nonprofit, public international organization established in 1967. The organization consists of tax administrations from 38 member and associate member countries in America, Europe, Africa and Asia. The site provides information on various international tax and customs agreements and legislation, a model tax code and numerous publications.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Inter-American Development Bank
The Inter-American Development Bank or IDB was established in 1959 to help accelerate economic and social development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Bank's site provides information on Projects, Statistics, Business Opportunities, and on Publications and Topics related to the area. There is also a Finance page complete with capital, treasury, and loan management information for the possible investor. (Also available in Spanish, French, and Portuguese)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
International Finance Corporation
IFC, an arm of the World Bank, provides very useful information for the international business person interested in private sector investments in developing countries. Information is well laid-out and easy to understand. Several reports are available describing initiatives, progress, and research relating to IFC-initiatives.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
International Finance Theory & Policy Analysis Updated
The International Economics Study Center is provided by George Washington University and includes a free textbook online format. The site contains a vast amount of information for those interested in international finance and cross-country transactions. The textbook also includes a good deal of international trade information and news available on the main page.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 8, 2012
International Swap and Derivatives Association (ISDA)
This web site is the home to a global financial trade association whose members trade negotiated derivatives, covering trades and options in fields such as interest rates, currency, commodities, energy, and credit.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
International Tax Online
Provided by Tax Analysts, International Tax Online is designed to provide international tax information for global businesses in the U.S. and to provide more general tax information for businesses outside the U.S. The site publishes Worldwide Tax Daily, and Tax Notes International (weekly). A paid subscription is required to gain access to financial publications but a free trial is available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Investopedia
Investopedia is an online stock and financial dictionary with a number of other investing links and tips. A few points of interest are financial articles, the exam prep section for the student, and a stock simulator program. Membership is free of charge and grants the user access to the stock simulator and free newsletters.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
ISI Emerging Markets
As a Euromoney Institutional Investor company, ISI Emerging Markets delivers news, company data, and financial data directly from emerging markets to thousands of emerging markets specialists around the world. Subscription required for all features.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Islamic Development Bank Group
The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Group is a multilateral development financing institution, established to foster social and economic development of its member countries and Muslim communities worldwide. The site includes member country profiles, information on trade, publications, and news releases.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
LatinFocus
LatinFocus provides information on Latin American economies including data from government sources, economic forecasts, market analysis covering economic performance, political risk assessments and financial market developments. Site is also available in Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 27, 2011
North American Development Bank
This web site was created by the North American Development Bank (NADB) to provide the public with a reference tool for accessing the Bank’s services. There are periodic updates on the changes and developments in NADB programs and projects. Available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
OECD: Financial Markets
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which is comprised of 30 member countries, offers a wealth of information relating to global finance and investment. This site provides information relating to banking, securities and institutional investors, and the development of international financial best practices.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
Standard and Poor's
The home page of Standard and Poor's offers detailed information regarding global indexes and international stock markets. Includes statistics, current news, and an Emerging Markets Database, which offers a passageway to information on all 54 emerging markets covered by S&P indexes, as well as to other emerging markets with an operating stock exchange and website. For even more emerging market information, S&P publishes an Emerging Stock Markets Review and the Emerging Stock Markets Factbook available for purchase.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011
The Pacific Islands Development Bank (PIDB)
The Pacific Islands Development Banks aims to help accelerate economic and social growth of member countries in the Oceania region. The site provides an overview of the organization's products, services, and activities as well as news relating to the bank and member nations.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 24, 2011
The World Bank Group
The World Bank Group, focusing on poverty elimination from the world, has launched this site to promote its operations through the Internet. The Bank's Data and other Resources are listed on this site, along with Development Reports and much more useful information. The site is also available in Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Russian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 8, 2011
Thomson Reuters Financial League Tables
The "Thomson Reuters Financial League Tables" are the worldwide sources of quarterly and yearly data on the financial industry. They include Debt & Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Syndicated Loans, Project Finance and Municipals. A ranking is also provided in each section, based on the size and number of transactions executed by each financial institutions.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 12, 2011
UICIFD E-Book
The E-book was written by Professor Carrasco and seven of his students at the University of Iowa Center for International Finance & Development (UICIFD). It addresses the operations of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank in the global economy. The plain language used is aimed at giving the average person a basic understanding of the workings of these institutions.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 18, 2011
United States: Export-Import Bank of the United States
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank) is the official export credit agency of the United States. Ex-Im Bank's mission is to assist in financing the export of U.S. goods and services to international markets. It provides a broad range of financial services and helps medium and small companies by assuming credit and country risks. The Ex-Im website features news releases, sponsored trade finance events, and a section on the Bank and the environment.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 18, 2011
United States: Trade Finance Guide
The Trade Finance Guide, provided by the U.S. International Trade Administration, is designed to help U.S. companies learn the basics of trade finance. Individual chapters offer information on financing techniques from open accounts, to forfaiting, to government assisted foreign-buyer financing. The guide is available in PDF format as a complete document and individual chapters.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2011