Essentials of Financial Economics: A Hands-On Approach

The primary aim of this resource is to establish a strong foundation in core finance topics. To keep the focus clear and accessible, advanced subjects such as derivatives pricing, term structure theories, complete markets and Arrow-Debreu pricing, market microstructure, volatility modeling, and risk management are intentionally omitted. Instead, this text centers on foundational theories and essential empirical methods, providing students with a solid platform from which to approach more complex finance topics and gain a deeper understanding of financial market dynamics.