Essays about: "spin-offs"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 40 essays containing the word spin-offs.

1. 1. Successful Managers? a Study on US Corporate Restructuring Returns

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Lars Erik Fledsberg; Simon Olofsson; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : This study examined the long-term performance of corporate restructurings in the United States between 2000 and 2015 in response to the absence of abnormal returns found in prior literature. The significance of this study stems from the intricate nature and expenses associated with transactions that impact stakeholders, thereby increasing their risk exposure. READ MORE

3. 2. Analysis of setups and investment processes within university affiliated venture capitals : A descriptive multi-case study

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Andreas Schuler; Hannes Rannversson; [2023]
   Keywords : Venture Capital; University-affiliated venture capital; Investments;

   Abstract : With the increasing importance of the third mission of universities, namely the commercialisation of science and research, universities have established various mechanisms such as technology transfer offices, business incubators and more. Since many investors tend not to invest in university spin-offs and start-ups due to the risk associated with their early stage, universities have established their own investment units, referred to as university-affiliated venture capital, to provide funding for university spin-offs and start-ups. READ MORE

4. 3. The Impact of Spin-offs on Shareholder Value : Evidence from the Swedish Market 1991-2022

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Moa Landing; Gustav Swedenborg; [2023]
   Keywords : Spin-offs; Corporate restructurings; Abnormal returns; Determinants of abnormal returns;

   Abstract : This thesis uses an event study methodology to investigate the short- and long-term effect on shareholder value from Lex ASEA-approved spin-offs' on the Swedish market between 1991-2022. The impact of spin-offs has been examined by estimating the effects on the parent firm, the spun-off entity, and a value-weighted pro-forma entity. READ MORE

5. 4. Spinning Gold: Unraveling the Secrets of Value Creation from Spin-offs

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

   Author : Andreas Groth; Fabian Bevanda; [2023]
   Keywords : Spin-Offs; Corporate Focus Hypothesis; Optimal Leverage Hypothesis;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the dynamics of value creation in American corporate spin-offs between 1995-2019 from the dual perspectives of the corporate focus and optimal leverage hypotheses. The research employs a comprehensive dataset of 164 cases, examining the impacts of spin-offs on long-term abnormal stock returns and both unadjusted and industry-adjusted operating performance. READ MORE

6. 5. Value creation in sponsored and non-sponsored spin-offs

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

   Author : André Sjögren; [2022]
   Keywords : Spin-offs; Ownership; Sponsors; Excess Returns; CAPM;

   Abstract : I examine whether spin-offs create value and if there is a difference between sponsored and non-sponsored firms by examining announcement-day share price performance, long-term share price performance, and long-term change in operational performance. The measures used were calculated on an unadjusted basis, in line with prior research, and on a risk-adjusted basis, using the Capital Asset Pricing Model. READ MORE