The growth in cash holdings by non-financial corporations in emerging economies in general and Latin American in particular has received less attention compared to their peers from advanced economies. Taking into account that cash holdings contain not only cash but also short-term,...

This study investigates the determinants and outcomes of raising capital ratios upon the introduction of Basel II and III regulations. The evidence indicates that a bank is more likely to raise its capital base as its capital ratio is lowered. Although equity issuing is rarely used to raise the...