• Uncovering the Puzzle of ESG Score Adjustments: An Analysis of Systemic Impacts and Momentum Dynamics 

  Johansen, Tobias Eskelund; Djupvik, Sander (Master thesis, 2023)

  In this research paper, we explore the presence of momentum in ESG scores with the possibilities of utilizing the potential momentum to generate alpha. Three drivers - company, industry, and country - are analyzed through ...

• Is Technical Analysis Viable In the Cryptocurrency Market? 

  Molnes, Emil; Wilberg, Mathias (Master thesis, 2023)

  This thesis examines the viability of technical analysis in the cryptocurrency market using two commonly used oscillators. The testing period extends from the inception of Bitcoin, XRP, and Ethereum until December 31, ...

• The Effect of Economic and Policy Uncertainty on Acquirers' M&A Performance by Method of Payment: Euidence from Norway 

  Sayyah, Rayan Aria; Vangsnes, Erlend Tønnessen (Master thesis, 2023)

  This event study examines how economic and policy uncertainty affects acquirer firms’ cumulative abnormal returns during an M&A announcement, with respect to payment methods. Using a sample of 700 announcements in Norway ...

• - Agile Methodology in Startups -Towards a defined Agile Practice for Startups 

  Hamborg, Anette (Master thesis, 2023)

  This thesis examines the potential for adoption of an Agile methodology in startups outside of software development. These startups face similar challenges to those addressed by Agile principles, practices and tools, ...

• Automated Detection of Front Companies: Exploring Machine Learning Potentials and Limitations 

  Høgtun, Liam Alexander (Master thesis, 2023)

  This project is aimed at understanding the potential and limitations of modern machine learning algorithms in automatically detecting front companies. We employed predictive classification models to analyse a company's ...

• Effects of Norwegian Oil Supply Shocks on the Global Oil Market: Implications for Environmental Policies 

  Cappelen, Andreas Becker; Hamnes, Christoffer Thalberg (Master thesis, 2023)

  We examine the effect of Norwegian supply shocks on the global oil market and evaluate the environmental consequences. In our research question, we seek to find out how the global oil market will react if we have a ...

• Exploring the link between gender diversity and financial performance on Norwegian boards 

  Zia, Sabrina; Mehmood, Hajra Noor (Master thesis, 2023)

  In recent years, gender diversity has become a much-debated topic with regards to optimal board compositions. This paper studies the relationship between gender diversity on Norwegian boards and firms’ financial performance. ...

• The resource rent tax implication on SalMar ASA's fundamental value 

  Kjeldsen, Magnus Johan; Kristiansen, Alexander Nicholai (Master thesis, 2023)

  Our master's thesis aims to assess the influence of the proposed resource rent tax on the fundamental value of SalMar ASA, worlds´s second-largest salmon farming company. We will conduct a comprehensive valuation analysis, ...

• Mastery Climate and Adaptive Performance: The mediating role of Psychological Safety and Self-Efficacy, and the moderating role of Team Tenure 

  Nilsson, Lina Sofia Maria; Hansen, Camilla Kvalvær (Master thesis, 2023)

  The contemporary workforce places a high demand on employees to exhibit Adaptive Performance (AP) in response to change. As a result, there has been a growing interest among professionals in understanding the determinants ...

• Does the gender of the CEO have a significant impact on firms’ financial performance? 

  Bratli, Sindre; Borg, Emilie Bostad (Master thesis, 2023)

  We examine the impact of CEO gender on the financial performance of Norwegian firms using panel data analysis from 2000 to 2020. Our study includes a comprehensive dataset of 160 091 firms and controls for variables such ...

• Enhancing the 60/40 Portfolio: The Value of Commodity Futures 

  Mjørud, Fredrik; Haug, Torbjørn (Master thesis, 2023)

  We modify the 60/40 portfolio to include commodity futures, utilizing 146 years of monthlydata from 1877, seeking to improve the traditional 60/40 portfolio in the long run. Employing a full-scale optimization in a strategic ...

• How Mergers and Acquisitions Created Value During the COVID-19 Pandemic - Empirical Evidence from the U.S. TMT Industry 

  Albuquerque, Pedro Henrique Silva; Law, Martin Aasen (Master thesis, 2023)

  The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the U.S. market, including merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. This thesis aims to identify potential factors influencing M&A success and also examines the long-term ...

• Inflation and Its Distributional Effects on Wealth 

  Gran, Markus Stenslie; Ellingsen, Petter (Master thesis, 2023)

  This paper examines the impact of inflation on wealth distribution in the United States. Through a synthesis of empirical findings and economic theory, we undertake a comprehensive analysis of how inflation influences the ...

• What are the key determinants of adopting IFRS or simplified IFRS for private Norwegian firms? 

  Johansen, Sebastian; Holten, Arild Andreas Green (Master thesis, 2023)

  This master thesis researches the determinants of voluntary adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or simplified IFRS by private Norwegian firms. We hypothesize that Ownership structure, Choice of ...

• Trust and Foreign Direct Investment in Sub-Saharan Africa 

  Skadberg, Marcus André; Hvale, Herman (Master thesis, 2023)

  Our paper explores the intricate relationship between trust and foreign direct investment (FDI) in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). We aim to answer the research question: “Is there a positive relationship between trust and ...

• Tailoring the Consumer Connection: The Role of Personalized Packaging and Gender in Influencing FMCG Purchase Intentions Across Product Categories 

  Olsen, Merete Gjerde; Haflan, Eirill Einarsdatter (Master thesis, 2023)

  Inspired by the increased use of personalized packaging as a marketing tool within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market, this thesis examines the impact of personalized packaging communication on consumer purchase ...

• A Comparative Study of Active Management in Norway and the US: Analysing Mutual Fund Performance and Fees 

  Wiig, Lars Christian; Bjørgan, Hjalmar Kristoffer (Master thesis, 2023)

  We investigated whether the fees charged by active Norwegian global equity mutual funds can be justified, and compared it to those of US global equity mutual funds, over the period from 2012 to 2022. We aimed to explore ...

• A comprehensive analysis of Brent Crude oil forecasting methods combining machine learning and quantitative models with application 

  Heen, Jon Fredrik Rasmussen; Bachke, Christoffer (Master thesis, 2023)

  This study utilizes time series analysis and machine learning techniques to forecast Brent Crude oil prices. The forecasting models include an ARIMAX model, three machine learning models (GRU, LSTM, CNN) and an ARIMAX model ...

• Credit Risk Implications in Norwegian Banks: A Comparative Analysis of The Internal Rating Based and Standardised Approaches 

  Tandberg, Haakon Vebjørn; Ulfseth, Yngve Brække (Master thesis, 2023)

  Objective: This study aims to evaluate the implications of the Internal Ratings-Based approach on credit risk in comparison to the Standardised Approach among Norwegian banks. The adoption of the IRB approach was initially ...

• Sex or gender? Explaining individual differences in financial risk-taking 

  Stranden, Aleksandra Røys; Mohr, Anna Maria (Master thesis, 2023)

  While the relationship between sex and financial risk-taking behavior has been well explored in previous research, the existing literature lacks research that distinguishes between sex and gender as antecedents of financial ...

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