Aleš Trunk
2024
Open Access | ISBN 978-83-65020-47-5
© 2024 Authors
https://doi.org/10.53615/978-83-65020-47-5
The monograph Corporate Finance and Financial Governance in the European Union: Challenges and Opportunities provides a comprehensive overview of key aspects of corporate finance and financial governance in the European Union. It explores economic, regulatory, and financial challenges and opportunities businesses face in the EU financial landscape. It is structured into several chapters, covering fundamental concepts such as business financing, risk and return, financial planning, and EU financial regulations. It delves into the time value of money, analysing how inflation and other factors affect monetary value over time, emphasising financial decision-making based on future cash flows. Additionally, it discusses capital raising strategies, including equity crowdfunding, debt financing, and alternative funding methods. The book also examines investment risks and returns, focusing on portfolio diversification and risk management techniques to optimise financial decision-making. A significant part of the book is dedicated to the cost of capital and capital structure, helping businesses allocate financial resources efficiently while balancing debt and equity. Overall, the book serves as an essential guide for academics, policymakers, and financial professionals, offering insights into corporate economic strategies, governance policies, and the evolving financial landscape of the European Union.