framework is a bivariate volatility model, where volatility spillovers of either positive or negative sign are allowed for. Our … countries. Regarding the volatility spillovers, such spillovers from bond returns to those of stocks are stronger than the other … results show that by considering time-varying return and volatility spillovers when calculating the risk-minimising portfolio …

monetary model for China, in which we include also other monetary policy tools besides the central bank interest rate, namely … reserve requirement ratios and open market operations. Our results suggest China has been relatively successful in isolating … conclude that by employing capital controls and relying on other instruments than the interest rate China has been able to …