"This book comprises the papers presented and discussed at the SAA conference, held 24-25 November 2008. It offers an exchange of views on technical and implemental issues of financial models relevant for strategic asset allocation"--Provided by publisher

The global economy appears to be transitioning toward a more stable period. Although acute risks have diminished, real-side activity remains sluggish ??? especially in high-income Europe. Most developing countries have fully recovered from the crisis. Although growth is slower than during the...