corporate finance handbook

the

corporate finance handbook consultant editor

the

3rd edition

jonathan reuvid forewords by

sir edward george governor, the bank of england david irwin chief executive, small business service

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Contents
Forewords Sir Edward George Governor, Bank of England David Irwin Chief Executive, Small