Index: p. 253-67 ; Bibliography: p.241-46 ; Bloomberg Television's Sara Eisen sheds light on the complex global financial system through this illuminating collection of essays. She hand selected the crème de la crème of authors from the world's most prestigious academic institutions and esteemed professional organizations to share--for the first time in print-- their observations and deductions on the topics that matter most to you and your future wealth, including: The relationship between currencies and financial crises the flaws within the international exchange rate system and their consequences how emerging markets fit into the current and future exchange rate framework. The impact exchange rates have on free trade and economic growth what defines a "safe haven" currency and its role potential solutions to the current economic problems.