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Book Selecting Macroeconomic Variables as Explanatory Factors of Emerging Stock Market Returns

Download or read book Selecting Macroeconomic Variables as Explanatory Factors of Emerging Stock Market Returns written by Chris Bilson and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emerging stock markets have been identified as being at least partially segmented from global capital markets. As a consequence, it has been argued that local risk factors rather than world risk factors are the primary source of equity return variation in these markets. This paper seeks to address the question of whether macroeconomic variables may proxy for local risk sources. We find moderate evidence to support this hypothesis. Further, we investigate the degree of commonality in exposures across emerging stock market returns using a principal components approach. We find little evidence of commonality when emerging markets are considered collectively, however at the regional level considerable commonality is found to exist.

Book Revisiting Macroeconomic Factors and Share Returns

Download or read book Revisiting Macroeconomic Factors and Share Returns written by Patrick B. Baghdasarian and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper examines the effects of macroeconomic variables on the returns of a broad cross-section of emerging stock markets (ESMs) for a relatively recent time period. Specifically, the paper examines the quarterly data of select local and global macroeconomic variables for 9 ESMs over the period 2002-09 using the same methodology that was applied in Fifield et al. (2002) on similar sets of data. Applying the methodology used in Fifield et al. (2002) we find that the local economic variables included in the study can be summarized by net exports, interest rates, and currency, while global variables can be summarized by world-market returns and US interest rates. The paper uses principal component analyses (PCA) to reduce the number of the variables. The principal components (PCs) are then selected by way of ad hoc rules-of-thumbs. A scree test is then applied in conjunction with an analysis of the acceleration factors of each scree plot to provide robustness. Essentially, a minimum of 0.5173 to a maximum of 0.7775 of the variation can be explained by the first PC, while approximately 0.76 to 0.95 of the cumulative variance can be explained by both the first and second PC. We retain the first and second PCs; thus, we can reduce the dimensionality of the variables from six to two variables. The retained PCs are used as inputs into two regression analyses in order to explain the variation of index returns within each of the 9 ESMs over the period 2002-09. The first regression analysis only includes PCs retained that contain global macroeconomic variables, while the second includes both the PCs that contain global macroeconomic variables as well as PCs that contain information at the local level or local macroeconomic information. The R2 and adj. R2 of each regression analysis was compared for robustness. The regression analysis indicates that while global factors are consistently significant with a high degree across the cross-section of ESMs when both the first and second recession analysis is investigated, local factors, do not show consistent significance across the cross-section of ESMs when the second regression analysis is investigated. Additionally, we use the retained global and local PCs as inputs for a third regression analysis in which the residuals of the first model are used as an input for the dependent variable in order to make sure the improvement in the R2 and adj. R2 between the first and second regression analysis are attributed to a robustness versus general improvements of R2 and adj. R2 due to adding additional variables. After examining the R2 and adj. R2 we find that although the first regression analysis has a relatively higher R2 and adj. R2 compared to the second linear mode the first linear model does not provide a high enough R2 or adj. R2. Essentially, both linear models lack predictive prowess because Additionally, the second linear model does not show much improvement to the first when we add additional explanatory variables. This was validated when we examined the R2 and adj. R2 of the third linear model as both variables were significantly lower than the R2 and adj. R2 of the first model. Furthermore, for certain ESM the variance among local variable show a degree of significance, but they do not show the same high degree of significance as compared to the level of significance indicated by the global macroeconomic variables. Finally, cross-validation (CV) was applied to both models. We find that for the ESM that had significant local variables for some & alpha; the second model had a lower mean squared error (MSE) compared to the MSE of the first model.

Book Macroeconomic Variables and Security Prices in India during the Liberalized Period

Download or read book Macroeconomic Variables and Security Prices in India during the Liberalized Period written by Tarak Nath Sahu and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The liberalization and globalization of the Indian economy has made India more vulnerable to macro issues. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the dynamic relationship between macroeconomic variables and stock prices in India. The research findings and policy implications discussed here may also be relevant for other emerging economies.

Book Perspectives  Trends  and Applications in Corporate Finance and Accounting

Download or read book Perspectives Trends and Applications in Corporate Finance and Accounting written by Zopounidis, Constantin and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2018-06-29 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Financial analyses, investments, and accounting practices are continually developing and improving areas that have seen significant advancements in the past century. However, the recent bankruptcies by major banks, the debt crisis in the European Union, and the economic turmoil in several countries have caused severe downfalls in financial markets and financial systems worldwide. As the world works to recover, it is important to learn from these financial crises to ensure a more secure and sustainable outlook for organizations and the global future. Perspectives, Trends, and Applications in Corporate Finance and Accounting is a crucial resource providing coverage on the stock market, public deficits, investment firms’ performances, banking systems, and global economic trends. This publication highlights areas including, but not limited to, the relationship between the stock market and macroeconomics, earnings management, and pricing models while also discussing previous financial crises. This book is a vital reference work for accountants, financial experts, investment firms, corporate leaders, researchers, and policy makers.

Book The Effect of Macroeconomic Factors on Asset Returns

Download or read book The Effect of Macroeconomic Factors on Asset Returns written by Erdinç Altay and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Handbook of Research on Accounting and Financial Studies

Download or read book Handbook of Research on Accounting and Financial Studies written by Farinha, Luís and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-03-06 with total page 487 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The competitive nature of organizations in today’s globalized world has led to the development of various approaches to increasing profitability and maintaining an advantage over rival companies. As technology continues to be integrated into business practices, specifically in the area of accounting and finance, professionals and educators need to be prepared for advancing economic techniques, and they need to maintain a high level of financial literacy. The Handbook of Research on Accounting and Financial Studies is a pivotal reference source that provides vital research on advanced knowledge and emerging business practices and teaching dynamics in the fields of accounting and finance. While highlighting topics such as cost-benefit analysis, risk management, and corporate governance, this publication explores new initiatives in entrepreneurship and performance management. This book is ideally designed for business managers, consultants, entrepreneurs, auditors, tax practitioners, economists, accountants, academicians, researchers, and students seeking current research on modern advancements and recent findings in accounting and financial studies.

Book Economic Management in a Hyperinflationary Environment

Download or read book Economic Management in a Hyperinflationary Environment written by George Kararach and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016-02-11 with total page 575 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides an accessible and up-to-date account of the difficulties that the Zimbabwean economy and its population experienced during the crisis which peaked in 2008. It details the suffering and chaos that befell the country with dramatic socio-economic consequences on growth, macroeconomic stability, service delivery, livelihoods, and development. The volume seeks to provide a political economy analysis of leadership and economic management in developing economies based on Zimbabwe's experience. It examines the triggers of the crisis, and the negative impact on productive sectors such as manufacturing and agriculture, social sectors such as education and health, and on financial services. The volume will be of interest to students of policy and economic management, as well as to government departments, central banks in developing countries, development agencies, donors, and NGOs.

Book Financial Economics and Econometrics

Download or read book Financial Economics and Econometrics written by Nikiforos T. Laopodis and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2021-12-14 with total page 767 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Financial Economics and Econometrics provides an overview of the core topics in theoretical and empirical finance, with an emphasis on applications and interpreting results. Structured in five parts, the book covers financial data and univariate models; asset returns; interest rates, yields and spreads; volatility and correlation; and corporate finance and policy. Each chapter begins with a theory in financial economics, followed by econometric methodologies which have been used to explore the theory. Next, the chapter presents empirical evidence and discusses seminal papers on the topic. Boxes offer insights on how an idea can be applied to other disciplines such as management, marketing and medicine, showing the relevance of the material beyond finance. Readers are supported with plenty of worked examples and intuitive explanations throughout the book, while key takeaways, ‘test your knowledge’ and ‘test your intuition’ features at the end of each chapter also aid student learning. Digital supplements including PowerPoint slides, computer codes supplements, an Instructor’s Manual and Solutions Manual are available for instructors. This textbook is suitable for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses on financial economics, financial econometrics, empirical finance and related quantitative areas.

Book Transnational Equity Analysis

Download or read book Transnational Equity Analysis written by Mark Clatworthy and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-04-08 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In-depth answers for professionals looking to accurately value foreign equities Transnational Equity Analysis is today's most thorough guide to its subject, examining and comparing the techniques used by top analysts and fund managers in the analysis of domestic and overseas equities. The book outlines the effects of international differences in disclosure and measurement rules and practices, examines how investors and analysts have discovered coping mechanisms for using fundamental analysis in an international context, and more. Mark Clatworthy (Cardiff, Wales) is a lecturer in the Cardiff Business School, UK.

Book Portfolio Flows Into India

Download or read book Portfolio Flows Into India written by Mr.James P. F. Gordon and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper analyzes the factors affecting portfolio equity flows into India using monthly data. Flows to India are small compared to other emerging markets, but seem to be relatively less volatile. They also seem to be quite resilient. The paper shows that portfolio flows are determined by both external and domestic factors. Among external factors, LIBOR and emerging market stock returns are important, while the primary domestic determinants are the lagged stock return and changes in credit ratings. In quantitative terms, both external and domestic factors are found to be about equally important.

Book Asset Pricing and Portfolio Performance

Download or read book Asset Pricing and Portfolio Performance written by Robert A. Korajczyk and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive reference work presenting an original framework for evaluating observed differences in returns across assets.

Book Risk Management Post Financial Crisis

Download or read book Risk Management Post Financial Crisis written by Jonathan A. Batten and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-03 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Risk Management Post Financial Crisis: A Period of Monetary Easing provides further insights into postcrisis developments in the global economic and financial environment including advances in measuring and reporting risk and liquidity. Contributions come from leading banks, international organisations and worldrenowned universities.

Book Valuing Wall Street

Download or read book Valuing Wall Street written by Andrew Smithers and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2002 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Valuing Wall Street is a book on investments.

Book Regionalism  Trade and Economic Development in the Asia Pacific Region

Download or read book Regionalism Trade and Economic Development in the Asia Pacific Region written by Muhammed Abu B. Siddique and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The editor of this book is to be congratulated for providing us with the works of a group of authors who combine proficient technical skills with elegant and lucid writing capabilities. . . This book would make excellent recommended reading for both undergraduate and graduate classes in international trade and finance. Herb Thompson, Journal of Contemporary Asia This book is based on the premise that Regional Trade Agreements (RTAs) in the Asia-Pacific significantly impact on the material progress of the peoples of this region. These impacts in terms of the benefits and costs associated with RTAs will vary greatly from country to country. The internationally acclaimed contributors examine the theoretical perspective of RTAs in relation to exchange rates, the role and goals of the WTO and agriculture. The tensions and trade frictions resulting from the formation of trade blocs and their conflicts with the roles and goals of the WTO are also examined in the book. Those economies that are considered the economic powerhouses of the region including China, Japan, South Korea, major ASEAN countries and Australia are discussed in depth. The findings of the book suggest that RTAs are becoming increasingly popular in the Asia-Pacific region. However the associated costs and benefits depend on a number of complex factors including exchange rates, negotiation skills, the sectors included or excluded from the RTA, and the level of economic development of the nations signing the RTAs. The book will be particularly useful to academics, researchers, consultants, students, policy makers (including trade negotiators), and practitioners involved in trade and development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Book Forecasting Financial Markets in India

Download or read book Forecasting Financial Markets in India written by Rudra Prakash Pradhan and published by Allied Publishers. This book was released on 2009 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Papers presented at the Forecasting Financial Markets in India, held at Kharagpur during 29-31 December 2008.

Book International Finance

Download or read book International Finance written by H. Kent Baker and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-12-24 with total page 704 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding the current state of affairs and tools available in the study of international finance is increasingly important as few areas in finance can be divorced completely from international issues. International Finance reflects the new diversity of interest in international finance by bringing together a set of chapters that summarizes and synthesizes developments to date in the many and varied areas that are now viewed as having international content. The book attempts to differentiate between what is known, what is believed, and what is still being debated about international finance. The survey nature of this book involves tradeoffs that inevitably had to be made in the process given the vast footprint that constitutes international finance. No single book can cover everything. This book, however, tries to maintain a balance between the micro and macro aspects of international finance. Although each chapter is self-contained, the chapters form a logical whole that follows a logical sequence. The book is organized into five broad categories of interest: (1) exchange rates and risk management, (2) international financial markets and institutions, (3) international investing, (4) international financial management, and (5) special topics. The chapters cover market integration, financial crisis, and the links between financial markets and development in some detail as they relate to these areas. In each instance, the contributors to this book discuss developments in the field to date and explain the importance of each area to finance as a field of study. Consequently, the strategic focus of the book is both broad and narrow, depending on the reader's needs. The entire book provides a broad picture of the current state of international finance, but a reader with more focused interests will find individual chapters illuminating on specific topics.