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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. Drought resistance of Ectomycorrhizal fungi in the Suillus genus

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology

   Author : Patricia Salén; [2024]
   Keywords : Ectomycorrhiza; drought; Suillus;

   Abstract : Rising instances of drought are causing more tree seedling fatalities post-nursery outplanting. In the face of climate change, fostering resilient forestry practices is imperative for preserving the health and functionality of our forests. READ MORE

4. 3. Network Connectedness in Financial Markets

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

   Author : Andrea Marcolini; [2024]
   Keywords : Systemic risk modeling; US REITs connectedness; S P 500 connectedness; Returns and realized volatilities prediction;

   Abstract : This paper is a collection of two different theses discussing the prediction of the returns and volatilities of the S&P 500 constituents and of US Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) by analyzing their centrality within the financial market network. Both empirical works summarize the relevant financial and network literature, demonstrating how modeling stock connectedness within financial markets makes it possible to create returns and volatility predictors, improving investors' portfolio allocations and achieved investment Sharpe ratios. READ MORE

5. 4. Combining Value Investing with Quality Investing: Empirical Evidence from the European and Nordic Stock Markets

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

   Author : Oleksii Chepil; [2024]
   Keywords : value investing; quality investing;

   Abstract : The aim of this thesis is to explore whether stock selection based on five value metrics and six quality metrics can generate superior returns compared to the overall market. The selected markets are the Nordic one (Nasdaq OMX Nordic 120 being the benchmark) and the European one (STOXX Europe 600 being the benchmark), while the selected time period is 2001-2023 for Europe and 2010-2023 for the Nordics. READ MORE

6. 5. Unlocking complementary assets in digital security

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning

   Author : Kavya Shukla; [2024]
   Keywords : digital security; cybersecurity; complementary assets; dynamic capabilities;

   Abstract : Due to increased risk of cyberattacks, digital security (DS, hereinafter) is one of the leading challenges facing organizations today. New ways of working and technologies such as agile and the cloud have accelerated security risks with profound implications. READ MORE