Essays about: "environment financial crisis"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 84 essays containing the words environment financial crisis.

  1. 1. Exploring patterns in risk factors for bark beetle attack during outbreaks triggered by drought stress with harvester data on attacked trees: A case study in Southeastern Sweden

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

    Author : Nikolaos Kouskoulis; [2023]
    Keywords : Geography; GIS; Geographic Information Science; Forest ecosystems; Bark beetle outbreak; Southeastern Sweden; Predisposing factors; Triggering factors; Drought stress; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : ABSTRACT Raising temperatures and climate variability have intensified extreme weather events worldwide. These extremes can enhance and trigger possible pest outbreaks. Bark beetle attacks have become a major concern in regions with extensive spruce forest areas. Southeastern Sweden has faced repeated outbreaks resulting in widespread tree loss. READ MORE

  2. 2. Bulding Resilient Supply Chain : A Qualitative Study of How Covid-19 Affected Supply Chain Resilience in Swedish Small and Medium-Enterprises

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Robin Synnergren; Jacob Brauer; [2023]
    Keywords : Supply Chain Management; Covid-19 Pandemic; Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises; Supply Chain Resilience Supply Chain Disruption;

    Abstract : Modern supply chains are often characterized by carefully planned and interconnected processes that seamlessly integrate with each other. Supply chains are often efficientduring a stable business environment but are highly vulnerable to risks and disruptions. READ MORE

  3. 3. Financial Strategies of Real Estate Companies in Sweden : Navigating Economic Cycles

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Olivia Nygren; Malin Lagerholm; [2023]
    Keywords : Real Estate; Economic Downturn; Financial Strategy; Fastigheter; Konjunkturnedgång; Finansiell strategi;

    Abstract : The real estate sector has been heavily impacted by rising inflation and subsequent interest rate increases. This is placing pressure on all real estate companies with higher levels of debt. The rising interest rates are leading to increased costs and making it more challenging for these companies to refinance their loans. READ MORE

  4. 4. Macroeconomic Factors and their role in Moderating Diversification effect of Asset Classes in the EU

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Karl Nilsson; Tanyue Zheng; [2023]
    Keywords : macroeconomic factors; asset classes; diversification strategies; portfolio management; institutional qualities;

    Abstract : After the 2008 financial crisis, some have questioned the historically positive benefits ofdiversification, meanwhile others have stated a clear misunderstanding of whatdiversification entails. This study argues diversification is still viable in portfolio theory,and that more effort should be emphasized on macroeconomic factors’ role in theoptimal portfolio. READ MORE

  5. 5. Diversifying a Real Estate Portfolio Through Infrastructure Investment : An Interview Study of Opportunities and Challenges in the Nordics

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Carl Jussi-Pekka; Pontus Grundström; [2023]
    Keywords : Real Assets; Infrastructure Investments; Nordic Infrastructure; Barriers; Opportunities; Real Estate; Reala tillgångar; Infrastrukturinvesteringar; Nordisk Infrastruktur; Barriärer; Möjligheter; Fastigheter;

    Abstract : Since the financial crisis infrastructure has become an increasingly attractive asset class for investors, especially among financial institutions, who recognize the value of diversification opportunities within infrastructure. In parallel with the emergence of infrastructure as an investable asset class, the global financial turbulence has generated even greater incentives for investors to diversify their portfolios with infrastructure, as the asset class exhibits characteristics to navigate in a more challenging economic environment. READ MORE