This handbook provides an overview and analysis of state-of-the-art research in banking written by leading researchers in the field. It strikes a balance between abstract theory, empirical analysis, and practitioner and policy-related material.

"As risk-taking is an essential part of the banking industry, banks must practice efficient risk management to ensure survival in uncertain financial climates. Banking operations are specifically affected by fluctuations in interest rates which cause financial imbalance, thus banks are now...

List of figures. List of tables. List of abbreviations. Preface and summary. 1. Introduction.2. Literature review: relationship between derivatives and risk management and the concept of risk management efficiency and its measurement.3. Risk management efficiency measurement and analysis: an...