Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0786884983, Paperback)

Intriguing questions, but what do they mean? As anyone who's ever tried to decipher their last investment account statement knows, the language of finance can sound foreign and intimidating. But it doesn't have to be. As clever as it is straightforward, and filled with quirky yet enormously helpful tips, this dictionary of financial terms and acronyms is packed with hundreds of definitions that will appeal to the novice and seasoned investor alike. Simple to use, and filled with examples and illustrations that clarify even the most complex concepts, Money Talk strips down the fancy lingo into manageable bits of information that actually makes sense -- and helps readers get a better handle on the chaotic and ever-changing world of finance. Whether you're slumped over an income tax form or trying to hold your own at a cocktail party filled with investment wonks, Money Talk reminds readers that managing your money is really just a matter of common sense.