We examine the relationship between gold prices and the U.S. dollar exchange rate, arguing that their interactions are state-dependent and asymmetric under different market conditions. State dependency hinges on different short-term interest rate zones. To prove this point, we determine three...

We argue that the interactions between exchange rates and equity returns are asymmetric, state-dependent on different VIX zones, and most pronounced during high VIX periods. Responsiveness of equity returns to the exchange rate is indiscernible when VIX is low. We examine co-movements between...

Past research on manufacturing has not generally included research on the attributes of outstanding manufacturing managers. This information is important as the success of the manufacturing function depends to an extent on the quality of the manager. This study sought then to identify the...