Global Finance And Social Europe

With global finance reshaping the world economy, this insightful new book provides a full account of the EU's financial integration strategy, together with a critical assessment arguing the case for social control over global finance. Written by acknowledged experts in European finance, this book discusses key issues from finance to general social developments, encompassing social security systems, employment relations, household saving and borrowing, and the question of economic stability. Thus far, America has been pre-eminent both in global financial markets and international banking - so how should the European Union meet this challenge? Global Finance and Social Europe constructively argues that an active response is required and highlights the importance of an integrated European financial system. Aimed at an international audience, this book will strongly appeal to researchers, academics and readers who share an interest in European integration and global economic issues.

Contents: Introduction John Grahl 1. Money and Finance Today Trevor Evans 2. International Finance Trevor Evans 3. Europe’s Financial Systems Under Pressure Marica Frangakis 4. EU Financial Market Integration Policy Marica Frangakis 5. Lisbon, Finance and the European Social Model John Grahl 6. The Official Case for Financial Integration Thorsten Block and John Grahl 7. International Finance and Instability in the EU Jan Toporowski 8. The Transformation of Corporate Europe Photis Lysandrou 9. Financial Markets and Social Security John Grahl 10. Finance and the Household John Grahl 11. The Impact of Financial Change on European Employment Relations John Grahl 12. Inclusion: Universal Access, Consumer and Workers’ Protection Jörg Huffschmid 13. Protection of the Elderly Against the Risks of Capital Markets: The Advantages of Public PAYGO Pension Systems Jörg Huffschmid 14. Financial Stability Dominique Plihon 15. Financing Social Protection and Social Equity in Europe Dominique Plihon References Index