Essays about: "firm size"

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  1. 1. ESG Performance and Probability of Default

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Julius Bengtsson; Magnus Fredriksson; [2024]
    Keywords : ESG; CSR; Stakeholder Theory; Probability of Default;

    Abstract : This study aims to investigate how firms' ESG performance affects their probability of default for Nordic listed firms. Based on stakeholder theory as well as findings from previous literature, we hypothesise that this relationship is negative as our main hypothesis. READ MORE

  3. 2. Examining the Effects of Economic Crises on Firm Leverage: Insights from Financial Institutions and Information Technology Companies Listed on the Swedish Stock Markets

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Erik Nordlund; Vlad David; [2023-09-01]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Numerous studies have examined factors influencing a company's capital structure, but most focus on non-financial firms and neglect the distinct characteristics of financial institutions. Furthermore, little research exists on the Swedish financial and information technology markets despite their special market conditions, important global position and unique capital structures of their belonging companies. READ MORE

  4. 3. Unlocking Value from Within Exploring Ownership’s Impact on Discounts to Net Asset Values in the Swedish Real estate market

    University essay from

    Author : Victor Colliander; Oscar Sköldberg; [2023-07-10]
    Keywords : Discount to NAV; Premium to NAV; Swedish Real Estate Firms; Ownership; Institutional; Performance; Valuation; Law of One Price;

    Abstract : In recent times, the economy has undergone a rapid transformation, characterized by a notable increase in interest rates. As a consequence, real estate firms have been particularly impacted by these changes. This paper aims to investigate whether the type of ownership in a firm can influence the discount to net asset value. READ MORE

  5. 4. Exploring the Influence of Firm Size on Leverage Evidence from OMX Stockholm Small Cap

    University essay from

    Author : Albin Claesson; Jonathan Hernandez; [2023-07-06]
    Keywords : Firm size; Capital Structure; Leverage; Constraints; Crisis;

    Abstract : This study examines the relationship between leverage and firm size for a sample of 83 firms listed on OMX Stockholm Small Cap between 2018 and 2022. Additionally, it explores the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on this relationship through quarters experiencing negative GDP growth. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Effects of Ownership Structure on Earnings Management in Public listed firms in Nigeria.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Jumoke Fiyinfolu Osibuamhe; Tolulope Odunayo Ogwumike; [2023-07-04]
    Keywords : Earnings management; Ownership structure; Managerial; Institutional; Highest holder; Nigeria; entrenchment;

    Abstract : The efficacy of corporate governance is enhanced when managers demonstrate a willingness to act in a manner that is contrary to the preferences of shareholders. An instance of management's potential disregard for shareholders' interests is the employment of accounting accruals as a means of manipulating earnings for management purposes. READ MORE