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Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window Designed for academic institutions, this database is the leading resource for scholarly research with more full-text journals and more peer-reviewed journals than any other database available. It supports high-level research in the key areas of academic study by providing journals, periodicals, reports, books, and more.
Accounting, Tax and Banking This link opens in a new window Contains essential publications for information about the financial services industry, including accounting, tax, banking, and industry trends.
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IBISWorld This link opens in a new window Provides data and analysis of over 1,350 industries
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American Bankers Association
Founded in 1875 and based in Washington, DC, the American Bankers Association brings together banks of all sizes and charters into one association. ABA works to enhance the competitiveness of the nation's banking industry and strengthen America's economy and communities. Its members – the majority of which are banks with less than $125 million in assets – represent over 95 percent of the industry's $13.3 trillion in assets and employ over 2 million men and women.
AnnualReports.com Search by company name, ticker symbol, stock exchange, industry, or sector. Some financials are presented in Excel format; annual reports are available as PDF files.
Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) An alphabetical directory of magazines and newsletters, research reports, presentations from conference sessions, and articles on global treasury and finance is available. The public can access full-text research reports and newsletters, with free registration. The Job Center posts resumes and employment opportunities and requires a fee-based registration.
CNN Money The Markets section provides investing advice as well as current data. The Personal Finance section has advice on topics such as investing, college costs, credit and debt, insurance, and tax planning. A tutorial on basic money management can be found at Money Essentials, on the Personal Finance dropdown menu; various calculators are also available from this menu.
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent agency created by the Congress to maintain stability and public confidence in the nation's financial system. At their website is also the Center for Financial Research containing reports and bank data/statistics.
Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) The FFIEC develops uniform principles, standards, and report forms to be used by federal agencies in their examination of financial institutions. Online full-text reports include statistical Country Exposure Lending Survey and Country Exposure Information Reports in PDF format with accompanying data in zipped Excel files; the Uniform Bank Performance Report; and aggregates reports, disclosure statements, and national aggregates for lending institutions. Several online examination handbooks are also available. The site is searchable by keyword or phrase.
Federal Reserve System
The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It was founded by Congress in 1913 to provide the nation with a safer, more flexible, and more stable monetary and financial system.
Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
A private-sector organization charged with establishing standards of financial accounting and reporting, which are then used in the preparation of financial reports. Go to the Reference Library section for Statements, Interpretations, and Technical Bulletins.
Financial Executives International (FEI) Among the services offered to members are government relations, research reports, national conferences and teleconferences, and networking opportunities. Free research reports and newsletters. The Career Center features a resume bank, job postings, resources for writing resumes and cover letters, and a networking forum
Financial Scandals Scandals in this entertaining gateway are organized into groups like Classic Financial, Political Corruption, Organized Crime, and Money Laundering. The site includes a great page on Financial Derivatives throughout history. Links have great, succinct descriptions.
Financial Statements Investopedia presents the Advanced Financial Statement Analysis tutorial. In addition to pages explaining different parts of a financial statement (cash flow, earnings, working capital, etc.), the site links to a related introductory stock fundamental analysis tutorial. Each section uses text, illustrations, and hyperlinks to definitions of terms used.
Google Finance The search-engine giant has a dedicated website to all things financial. Users can create their own portfolios.
MarketWatch This easy-to-use site can help students and other consumers locate investment information. Resources include excellent articles on bond investments, information on economic indicators and indices and how they affect the global economy, numerous calculators and tools, and tax information. Visual learners will appreciate the graphs, charts, and tables. Other links provide resources on college planning, debt management, and retirement planning.
Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) Free information available through SIA's website includes key issues papers, comment letters, research reports, surveys, statistics, best practice guides, news, and links to related sites. Especially noteworthy is the Stock Market Game, an educational program designed to stimulate learning about economics, finance, and the American economic system. The game and other educational material for investors are available at the Investor Education page.
Study Finance Learn the fundamentals of applied finance with self-paced overviews.
U.S. Department of the Treasury Due to its wide range of duties, the Treasury Department is involved in government accounting and budget, currency and coins, economic policy, the financial markets, Treasury securities, law enforcement, and taxes. Also it is involved in international economic and financial policy, bilateral aid, debt, trade, and investment in foreign countries. News, information, and full-text reports are organized by key topics such as financial markets, enforcement, and taxes. In addition to the information available at the site, TreasuryDirect, a service of the department's Bureau of Public Debt, allows individual and corporate investing online.
Wachowicz's Web World Topics in this extensive list of financial management websites correspond to the major subject headings in Fundamentals of Financial Management, 13th ed. (2009), by James Van Horne and John Wachowicz. Subjects covered include financial management, valuation, financial analysis and planning, managing working capital, and long-term financing. Online multiple-choice and true/false quizzes also correspond to chapters in the text. A companion website includes chapter objectives, PowerPoint slides, Excel templates, and additional interactive quizzes. The Glossary Portal connects you with more than 50 online business and financial glossaries.

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