Essays about: "return"

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1. 21. How do IPOs and SPACs differ in terms of post-listing performance, and how do insider and institutional ownership affect these differences?

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Markus Henriksson; Theodor Hansson; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : SPACs; Special Purpose Acquisition Company; IPOs; Initial Public Offering; Ownership Structure; Abnormal Returns;

   Abstract : Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) are the two most prevalent alternatives for firms seeking to list on the stock exchange, which we examine in this study. We study numerous parameters impacting the abnormal returns of IPOs and SPACs and, compare their performance in the short-term and long-term using regressions and current literature to explain the discrepancies. READ MORE

3. 22. The Sustainable Era - The Excess Return on Swedish Sustainable Global Equity Funds

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

   Author : Kristoffer Holmgren; Måns Hurtigh; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Fama-French; ESG; Morningstar; Morningstar Globe Rating; funds; global equity funds; sustainability; excess return;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the relationship between the performance of Swedish global equity funds and the level of sustainability, as measured by the Morningstar Globe Rating, using a Fama-French six-factor model, globe rating categories, and time effects. Treating the Morningstar Globe Rating as a time-invariant variable, a sample of 80 Swedish global equity funds are divided into two sustainability groups, ‘Low’ and ‘High’, grouping funds with 1-3 globes into a reference group. READ MORE

4. 23. Consumer Incentives for Participating in a Circular System - Understanding the Use of Reusable Food and Beverage Packages

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Hanna Isaksson; Hanna Palmqvist; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Sustainable Food Packaging; Sustainable Beverage Packaging; Circular Economy; Environmental Sustainability; Consumer Incentives; Multi Criteria Decision Analysis; Circular Economy and Logistics; Swedish Packaging Policies; Circular Packaging Solution;

   Abstract : Human actions are causing a growing negative impact on the environment and measures must be taken to halt this trend. In response, the EU and Sweden have developed new regulations to be implemented, aimed at reducing the environmental impact of disposable food and beverage packaging. READ MORE

5. 24. From Tree Huggers to Money Makers: How ESG Scores Boost Corporate Financial Performance in the EU

   University essay from

   Author : Martin Ekendahl; Philippa Hedström; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : ESG score; financial performance; stakeholder theory; the EU; fixed effects model;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the relationship between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores and financial performance as measured by both accounting- and market-based measures; Return on Assets and Tobin's Q. The study takes a particular focus on the European Union (EU), more specifically on companies operating in the region and the union's strong commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and more general efforts towards a more sustainable future. READ MORE

6. 25. The illiquidity exposure factor: An overlooked driver of mutual fund performance

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Jakob Häger; Tim Hansson; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : Illiquidity; liquidity; mutual funds; fund performance; factor models; alpha;

   Abstract : This paper examines if Swedish-focused mutual funds with more illiquid holdings produce higher alpha. By extending the classic Fama and French five-factor model, we pinpoint the effect of illiquidity in underlying holdings on mutual fund alpha generation through a two-step regression model with data between 2019-2022. READ MORE