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Affective event theory and work stress: A nationally representative survey study among Norwegian leaders
(Master thesis, 2024)This study explores the intricate dynamics between workplace stressors and their impact on Norwegian leaders' affectivity, job satisfaction, and job commitment through Affective Events Theory (AET). The research used ... -
The Robustness of Betting Against Beta: Implications of Portfolio Weights and Skewness Risk
(Master thesis, 2024)This thesis examines the robustness of the factors introduced by Frazzini and Pedersen (2014) and Asness et al. (2020) evaluating their performance since 2012. Further, we compare the effects of rank-weighted versus ... -
Enhancing authenticity for beauty brands: The role of message framing and product type on consumer perception
(Master thesis, 2024)While brand authenticity is emerging as a driving force influencing consumer behavior (Gilmore & Pine, 2007), beauty brands still struggle with perceptions of inauthenticity (Smith et al., 2021). This study aims to understand ... -
How ESG performance affects corporate financial performance: An empirical study of the shipping sector
(Master thesis, 2024)This thesis explores the relationship between ESG performance and financial performance in the shipping sector. Utilizing a fixed effects model adjusted with Newey-West standard errors, we analyzed data from 244 shipping ... -
The Price of Controversy: Risk and Return of U.S. Sin Corporate Bonds
(Master thesis, 2024)We examined the financial performance of U.S. corporate bonds issued by industries often considered “sinful,” including alcohol, tobacco, and gaming, from July 2002 to September 2022. The study aimed to determine whether ...