The Economist is an English-language weekly magazine known for its global coverage and its liberal economic stance. The Economist: Numbers Guide is part of a book series including Guide to Analyzing Companies, Guide to Financial Markets and Guide to Management Ideas.
The Economist: Numbers Guide (1991) explores a variety of mathematical tools that are exceptionally useful across a range of business environments. These blinks reveal just how simple it is to manage risk by quantifying it, helping improve decision making in the process. The book’s mathematical notions are explained at a basic level, so no prior math knowledge is required.
The Economist Numbers Guide is a comprehensive book that demystifies the world of numbers and statistics. Written by experts at The Economist, it provides clear explanations and practical examples to help readers understand and interpret numerical data in various contexts. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious about the numbers that shape our world, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills to make sense of statistical information.
Professionals who need to interpret and analyze financial data
Students studying economics, business, or finance
Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to make informed decisions based on numbers