Securities Activities of Banks Author:Melanie L. Fein A brand-new edition of a leading resource in the field, this valuable practice tool brings you completely up to date on the evolving laws governing banks' securities activities - from regulatory changes in the financial markets and administrative reform to recent court decisions and legislative reform efforts. Here is everything you need to hel... more »p build a bank's securities business while avoiding compliance pitfalls. Securities Activities of Banks, Second Edition provides: * In-depth discussions of the securities activities now permissible for banks and bank holding companies
* Clear explanations of how securities laws affect banks' securities activities
* A complete review of how banks are regulated - including foreign banks and affiliates
* Up-to-date analysis of the gradual erosion of the Glass-Steagall Act and the evolution of the banking laws through agency and court decisions Detailed descriptions and analyses illuminate the full range of current bank securities activities, including investment and trading activities, brokerage activities, investment advice, underwriting, mutual funds, international securities activities, derivative instruments, deposits and loans, joint activities with securities firms, fiduciary activities, and more. You'll find all the timely, authoritative legal guidance that you need to capitalize on today's new banking opportunities right here - organized for quick reference and easy access.« less