In this study, we focus on firms that are listed on foreign exchanges from six countries: France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, The Netherlands and U.K. to provide some insights into the following questions: (1) what are the major perceived costs and benefits of foreign listing? (2) What are the...

Core Competencies are a very vague reference point for strategic decisions. This study tries to find a way from the core competencies to company structures and thus a way for the implementation of core competencies.