Purpose – This study aims to test empirically the validity of the accounting valuation model that is based on earnings and book values for loss-reporting firms under a conservative accounting regime. Design/methodology/approach – The empirical tests are performed by employing returns models...

Purpose – This study aims to test empirically the validity of the accounting valuation model that is based on earnings and book values for loss‐reporting firms under a conservative accounting regime. Design/methodology/approach – The empirical tests are performed by employing returns...