ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1987, British Non-Bank Financial Intermediaries the book is the diversification of and overlaps in the operations of UK financial intermediaries forms. The book provides a coherent analysis of the broader implications of ongoing developments in the financial services sector and an insight into the ‘back-room activities of the non-bank institutions. The book also focuses on institutions offering some form of financial markets, within which many of the financial intermediaries operate. In doing this, the book outlines a theoretical framework of financial intermediation and provides an overview of the broader evolution of the UK financial system. This volume will be of use to students and practitioners studying in the financial services sector.

chapter Four|102 pages

Building Societies

chapter Five|30 pages

Finance Houses

chapter Six|19 pages

The National Savings Movement

chapter Seven|55 pages

Insurance Companies

chapter Eight|36 pages

Pension Funds

chapter Nine|40 pages

Unit Trusts

chapter Ten|37 pages

Investment Trust Companies

chapter Twelve|20 pages

The Regulatory Framework