Essays about: "Behavioral Finance"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 108 essays containing the words Behavioral Finance.

  1. 1. Skeptical but Supportive? An Experimental Study on ESG and Investment Decisions of Business School Students in Sweden and China

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Gong Xiao; [2024]
    Keywords : Behavioral Finance; ESG; Investment Decisions; Business School;

    Abstract : As more and more investors utilize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) to support their investment decisions, there is a growing body of research on ESG investing. However, most of the current research has focused primarily on sustainable finance, i.e., the Environment component of ESG, while neglecting the other two components. READ MORE

  3. 2. To what extent is sustainability valued when choosing a workplace?

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Emma Kristoffersson; Isabella Millings; [2023-09-22]
    Keywords : sustainability; corporate sustainability; corporate social responsibility; sustainable employer branding; organizational attractiveness; sustainable human resource management; behavioral finance;

    Abstract : In the current competitive business environment, organizations face a formidable challenge in attracting and retaining talented employees (Das & Baruah, 2013). Offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and nurturing a supportive work environment are recognized as essential factors that job seekers increasingly emphasize in organizations, whose work culture aligns with their values (App et al. READ MORE

  4. 3. Does ESG-score matter to investors? - An EU Taxonomy Perspective

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Linnéa Falkenström; Johan Olsson; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : ESG; EU Taxonomy; Efficient Market Hypothesis; Behavioral finance; Investor behavior; Event study;

    Abstract : Since the introduction of the EU Taxonomy, it is still unclear how it affects investors' perception and actions towards high ESG-scoring firms, and whether it effectively promotes sustainable investing. The implications of the EU Taxonomy on finance and the environment are significant and must be addressed. READ MORE

  5. 4. Gender Differences in Risk Attitudes: An Analysis of the Swedish Premium Pension System

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Yasmine Ben Rouha; Preet Kawal Kaur; [2023-06-29]
    Keywords : decision making; investment behavior; gender differences; risk; risk attitude; PPS; PPS choices; funds;

    Abstract : This thesis examines gender differences in investment behavior within the Swedish Premium Pension System for the years 2015-2022. The thesis uses the pension system as a case study to identify possible differences in risk attitude, factors that affect and whether gender has an impact on the level of home bias in investment decisions. READ MORE

  6. 5. "Den 25:e smäller det!" Payday Arbitrage in Swedish Consumer Market Behavior

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Marwan Al-Bardaji; Alexander Wikström; [2023]
    Keywords : Payday effect; Behavioral household finance; Time preference; Payday arbitrage; Household liquidity;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the impact of the Swedish salary disbursement schedule on consumer behavior, particularly on the 25th of each month, a notable payday for most employees in Sweden. The study examines whether the anticipation of a monthly salary influences consumer decisions and spending patterns, potentially leading to payday-related arbitrage opportunities in Swedish marketplaces. READ MORE