"Investing in Innovation: Confronting Predatory Value Extraction in the U.S. Corporation (Elements in Corporate Governance)" is a compelling exploration of corporate governance and financial practices in the United States. Authored by leading experts William Lazonick, Jang-Sup Shin, and Marie Carpenter, this insightful work delves into the detrimental effects of predatory value extraction on innovation and economic growth. The book critically examines how corporate behaviours undermine long-term investment and offers strategies to foster sustainable development. Essential reading for professionals and academics, it provides a nuanced understanding of the intersection between corporate policy and innovation.