Essays about: "Utility Theory"

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1. 6. LEO Satellite Connectivity for flying vehicles

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Jinxuan Chen; [2023]
   Keywords : LEO satellite network; satellite connectivity strategy; Nash-SAC; flying vehicles; LEO:s satellitnät; Strategi för satellitanslutning; Nash-SAC; flygande fordon;

   Abstract : Compared with the terrestrial network (TN), which can only support limited covered areas, satellite communication (SC) can provide global coverage and high survivability in case of an emergency like an earthquake. Especially low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites, as a promising technology, which is integral to achieving the goal of global seamless coverage and reliable communication, catering to 6G’s communication requirements. READ MORE

3. 7. Payment Method and Public Acquiror Returns: Evidence from the U.S. Market for Corporate Control

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

   Author : Filip Toncev; [2023]
   Keywords : Mergers Acquisitions; Public Acquiror; Payment Method; Financial Stress; Abnormal Return;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the relationship between method of payment, financial stress, and acquiror abnormal returns using a sample of 676 acquisitions by NYSE, NYSE American, and Nasdaq listed non-financial, non-utility firms. In normal market conditions the results are generally consistent with previous findings, with stock acquisitions of private targets generating the highest abnormal returns. READ MORE

4. 8. Optimal taxation by two-agent reinforcement learning

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för data- och systemvetenskap

   Author : Erik Lindau; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : An economy’s tax policy is one of the vital moments for, on the one hand, stimulating economic growth and labor, and, on the other hand gaining revenues from economic performance. A sufficient level of tax revenues is further important to keep up with governmental obligations and social welfare. READ MORE

5. 9. Maybe meat, maybe not? Analysing Swedish consumers’ preferences for plant-based meat alternatives

   University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

   Author : Emilia Mattsson; [2023]
   Keywords : willingness to pay; plant-based meat alternatives; discrete choice experiment; random utility theory; consumer behaviour;

   Abstract : Plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) have grown in both demand and diversified supply. As follows, there has recently been an increase in research studying consumers' behaviour towards these products. This thesis aimed to add to the growing literature by analysing Swedish consumers' preferences for PBMAs. READ MORE

6. 10. Constructing a Social Profitability Index: Socially Responsible Investing in Electric Utilities

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

   Author : Odessa Bäckfors; Ebba Jernmark Burrows; [2023]
   Keywords : Socially responsible investing; Social Profitability Index; Sustainability ratings; Shareholder activism; Renewable electricity;

   Abstract : Building on a theory about the Social Profitability Index (SPI), this paper is the first to construct an SPI in practice ranking investment opportunities based on social and financial returns within the electric utility industry. The social return is the investor-preference weighted social gain from avoiding carbon emissions by changing to renewable production technology in a firm. READ MORE