Financial Economics
Financial economics is a branch of economics that studies how people, businesses, and governments manage money. It examines how they make decisions about investments, saving, borrowing and risk management. Specifically, it looks at how resources are allocated over time, the trade-offs between risk and return, and how financial markets—like the stock and bond markets—function.
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Financial economics is the study of how economic factors influence financial markets and investment decisions. It examines the relationship between financial assets, like stocks and bonds, and broader economic indicators such as inflation, interest rates, and economic growth. The field analyzes how individuals and institutions allocate resources over time, considering risk and uncertainty. By understanding these dynamics, financial economics helps explain how markets function, the pricing of assets, and the behavior of investors, ultimately guiding better financial decision-making and policy development.