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  1. 1. 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

  3. 2. Does CSR Performance Impact a Firms' Engagement in Earnings Management?

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

    Author : Tashfia Khan Latif; Maria Makhoul; [2024]
    Keywords : corporate social responsibility; earnings management; discretionary accruals; opportunistic perspective; integrative theory;

    Abstract : This study examines the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and earnings management (EM). Specifically, we question whether firms investing in CSR also behave in an ethical manner to constrain EM, or if they engage in CSR as a way to hide corporate misconduct. READ MORE

  4. 3. Exploring Momentum: The Hidden Drivers of Stock Returns in the Nordic Market

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Axel Dillner; Johanna Roos; [2023]
    Keywords : Momentum; Price Momentum; Earnings Momentum; Earnings Surprises; Standardized Earnings Surprise; SES;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the relationship between price momentum, earnings momentum, and stock returns in the Nordic region by examining the risk-adjusted performance measures of various momentum strategy portfolios. Inspired by Novy-Marx's 2015 theory that momentum in firm fundamentals explains the performance of price momentum strategies, this study seeks to provide deeper insights into momentum drivers and their implications for investment professionals. READ MORE

  5. 4. Earning management in Swedish listed firms during the Covid-19 pandemic

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Niklas Aspegren; Niklas Gillmert Hansen; [2023]
    Keywords : Earnings management; Covid-19 pandemic; Discretionary accruals; Modified Jones Model; Big bath accounting; Economic crises;

    Abstract : This study examines the prevalence of earnings management during the covid-19 pandemic in Swedish listed firms and aims to provide further evidence regarding earnings management practices during the pandemic. The study further investigates whether there are any differences between industries in terms of engaging in opportunistic accounting procedures. READ MORE

  6. 5. The effect of dividend policy and financial performance on the P/E ratio : A study to investigate the ef ect of dividend and financial ratios on the P/E ratio of stocksin the Swedish stock market

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Handelshögskolan vid Umeå universitet

    Author : Samara Sharin; [2023]
    Keywords : Finance; Stock Market; Swedish stock market;

    Abstract : This master's thesis investigates the connection between profit margin, return on assets, long-term debt, and price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio and they relate to dividend. The study examines whether companies with increasing dividends and companies with decreasing and constant dividends have significantly different effects on the P/E ratio. READ MORE