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1. 1. Deciphering Sector Performance in the Finnish Stock Market: A Study on Systematic Risk and Investment Strategies

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Ville Viinikainen; [2023-07-03]
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   Abstract : This paper offers an empirical analysis of the Finnish stock market with a focus on sector behaviour, performance, and the effects of systematic risk and economic downturns on sector returns. Despite the fact that Finnish sector classifications were found to differ from the GICS classifications, this research emphasizes the significance of local context in investment decisions. READ MORE

3. 2. Correlation and causality between the S&P 500 and Bitcoin: A comparative study before and during the COVID-19 pandemic

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

   Author : Jalmar Andersson; Kevin Fankl; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : S P 500; Bitcoin; Cryptocurrency; Pearson s correlation coefficient; Granger causality test; Covid-19; Stock market;

   Abstract : This undergraduate dissertation examines the correlation and causality between the S&P 500 and Bitcoin, both prior to and amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The objective of this research is to offer novel perspectives on the interaction between these two financial instruments during the unprecedented economic instability triggered by the pandemic and to assess how their association has evolved throughout this time. READ MORE

4. 3. Hold My Flowers

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Industridesign

   Author : Frida Neckmar; [2023]
   Keywords : Vases; interior design; modularity; fresh flowers; material exploration; Arts and Architecture; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : This Bachelor’s degree project investigates how precious fresh-cut flowers self sustainably can be arranged to be fully showcased and make them come into their own. Inspired by nature’s organic shapes and emphasising functionality, the project concludes a series of carefully designed modular vases. READ MORE

5. 4. Unleashing Profitability: Unraveling the Labor-R&D Nexus in SaaS Tech Firms : An Analysis of the Profitability Dynamics in SaaS Tech Firms through Stochastic Frontier

   University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomi

   Author : prashant Atla; Noräs Salman; [2023]
   Keywords : Employee growth; SaaS Industries; Profitability; Technical efficiency; Stochastic Frontier Analysis; Marginal Product of Labor; Panel data Models;

   Abstract : Background: High-tech's rapid growth and prioritization of expansion over profitability can lead to vulnerability in economic downturns. The SaaS market, a part of the high-tech industry, offers affordable and flexible software solutions but is also susceptible to market volatility. READ MORE

6. 5. Risk Management and Sustainability - A Study of Risk and Return in Portfolios With Different Levels of Sustainability

   University essay from KTH/Matematik (Avd.)

   Author : Magnus Borg; Lucas Ternqvist; [2023]
   Keywords : ESG; Value-at-Risk VaR ; Expected Shortfall ES ; Risk Management; Financial Risk; Financial Mathematics; Sustainability; Portfolio Management; Capital Asset Pricing Model CAPM ; Hållbarhet; Value-at-Risk VaR ; Expected Shortfall ES ; Riskhantering; Finansiell Risk; Finansiell Matematik; Portföljkonstruktion;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the risk profile of Electronically Traded Funds and the dependence of the ESG rating on risk. 527 ETFs with exposure globally were analyzed. Risk measures considered were Value-at-Risk and Expected Shortfall, while some other metrics of risk was used, such as the volatility, maximum drawdown, tail dependece, and copulas. READ MORE