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  1. 1. Beyond the Crisis: A Safe Haven Analysis : Empirical Insights into the Divergence of Gold and Bonds for Portfolio Hedging

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Anthony Baugi; Eugene Zhang; [2024]
    Keywords : Gold; Bonds; Safe Haven; Hedging; US Treasury; Volatility; Covid; Portfolio Theory; Asset Dynamics; Fiscal Policy; Monetary Policy; Financial Crisis; Asset Management; Risk Management; Portfolio Risk;

    Abstract : Purpose: This thesis investigates the relationship concerning traditional safe haven assets, gold and US 10-year treasury bonds during periods of market instability, specifically during the economic concerns raised by the COVID-19 pandemic. It assesses the hedging and safe haven properties of these assets and their dynamic nature throughout two periods of unconventional monetary and fiscal policy measures by the Federal Reserve & US Congress respectively. READ MORE

  3. 2. Predicting Cryptocurrency Prices with Machine Learning Algorithms: A Comparative Analysis

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för datavetenskap

    Author : Harsha Nanda Gudavalli; Khetan Venkata Ratnam Kancherla; [2023]
    Keywords : Bitcoin; Cryptocurrency; Machine Learning;

    Abstract : Background: Due to its decentralized nature and opportunity for substantial gains, cryptocurrency has become a popular investment opportunity. However, the highly unpredictable and volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market poses a challenge for investors looking to predict price movements and make profitable investments. READ MORE

  4. 3. Economic Implications of Improving Access to Psychotherapy in Germany: Advantages and Policy Recommendations

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Girum Samson; [2023]
    Keywords : Mental health economics; Healthcare expenditure; Cost-benefit analysis; Psychotherapy; Germany;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to provide a cost-benefit assessment of mental health treatment in Germany, focusing specifically on the example of the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders with psychological therapy. Through an extensive literature review of relevant international literature and secondary data, relevant factors to consider for the calculation of the cost-benefit of mental health treatments are identified. READ MORE

  5. 4. Proactive Decarbonization in Projects - At What Price? : A Qualitative Study of Life-cycle Cost Analysis and Shadow Pricing of Carbon as Decision-making Tools

    University essay from KTH/Ledning och organisering i byggande och förvaltning

    Author : Anna Edorson; [2023]
    Keywords : Life-cycle Cost Analysis ; Shadow Pricing of Carbon ; Sustainability ; Climate Targets ; Decision-making ; Project Management ; Livscykelkostnadsanalys ; Skuggpris på koldioxid ; Hållbarhet ; Klimatmål ; Beslutsfattande ; Projektledning ;

    Abstract : As we move towards a low-carbon economy, environmental sustainability drives corporate performance and strategy to a greater extent than a decade ago. Hence, there is a growing importance among actors with long-term ownership interests to recognize climate-related issues in investment decisions. READ MORE

  6. 5. Sustainable Practices within the Real Estate sector : An analysis investigating the impact of sustainability practices within Real Estate companies in Sweden

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Sanna Backenroth; Nicol Magnusson; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable investment; ESG; energy certification; property valuation; Hållbara investeringar; ESG; miljöcertifiering; fastighetsvärdering; fastighetsmarknaden;

    Abstract : The awareness of ESG (environmental, governance, social) has risen significantly during the last decade. The construction and real estate industry represents 21 % of the negative climate emissions in Sweden, highlighting the crucial role of property owners in achieving a climate-neutral society. READ MORE