Editors Ali (law, U. of Melbourne) and Gregoriou (finance, State U. of New York) and their 26 co-contributors offer a detailed and varied number of perspectives on the resurgence of insider
trading both in and outside the United States. General topics include the classifications of insider trading, legal and illegal trading, and the economic consequences of insider trading. The
straight-forward and information-heavy chapters explore economic and financial features of insider trading, the evolution of insider trading regulations in the United States and elsewhere, and
trading in emerging markets. Numerous court cases are cited. Most cases will be unfamiliar to readers unfamiliar with the topic, but some will spark a note of recognition. Martha Stewart’s 2001
trial on securities fraud and insider trading is covered extensively. The book will interest both professionals and casual readers who want to know more about the practice. Annotation ©2009
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