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1. 1. Currency and Valuation Effects on Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions

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

   Author : Filip Vennerström; Madeleine Peters; [2024]
   Keywords : Firm valuation; Cross-Border M A; Foreign Direct Investment; Currency Devaluation and M A; Exchange Rate Impact and M A;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the impact of micro- and macroeconomic factors on cross-border merger and acquisition (M&A) decisions, focusing on the influence of currency movements and firm valuations. Employing a quantitative approach, it examines foreign investors' attitudes towards economies with depreciating currencies, hypothesizing that firms in financially stronger countries are more likely to acquire firms in weaker economies. READ MORE

3. 2. Does target firm risk differ depending on the gender of the acquiring firm's CEO?

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Anton Strandqvist; Malkolm Sten; [2023]
   Keywords : Chief Executive Officer; Gender; Mergers and Acquisitions; Risk aversion; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This study aims to examine the relationship between the gender of the CEO and target firm risk in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Sweden. Previous research has shown that there may be differences in risk attitudes and behavior between men and women, which could affect their decision-making processes in M&A transactions. READ MORE

4. 3. Navigating the Volatility Adjustment in Solvency II : Portfolio Optimization for Balance Sheet Stability

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för matematik och matematisk statistik

   Author : Max Thorendal; [2023]
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   Abstract : This thesis investigates volatility adjustment from the Solvency II regulation and portfolio allocation methods for pension- and life insurance companies aiming to maintain a stable balance sheet. The volatility adjustment is a component added to the risk-free rate for discounting the present value of future liabilities, and it is calculated monthly based on the spread levels in the fixed-income market. READ MORE

5. 4. The Entrepreneurs Education Level and Start-up Success. A study on the effects of a founders educational degree on start-up success

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

   Author : Oscar Gullö; Erik Hultheimer; [2023]
   Keywords : Start-up; Success; Signaling Theory; Human Capital Theory; Education Level;

   Abstract : Using a quantitative method his study empirically examines what effect the founders educational level has on the success of a newly founded business. In a dataset of 145 Swedish companies founded between 2010 and 2015 the study divides the companies in four groups reflecting the founders educational level. READ MORE

6. 5. Impact of Tencent equity incentive on enterprise expected growth ability

   University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Företagsekonomi

   Author : Yuqi Wang; [2023]
   Keywords : Equity incentive; enterprise expected growth ability; Tencent;

   Abstract : Abstract Background: Tencent, as a listed company with strong comprehensive ability and also an early launch of equity incentive plan, is quite representative in its implementation of equity incentive plan.  Purpose: Tencent's equity incentive plan is the subject of this study, and a combination of theory and case studies is used to analyze Tencent's own development status and the current status of its equity incentive plan, and to further study the company's growth capability. READ MORE