We provide the first partner tenure and rotation analysis for a large cross-section of U.S. publicly listed firms over an extended period. We analyze the effects on audit quality as well as economic tradeoffs with respect to audit hours and fees. On average, we find no evidence for audit quality...

We provide the first partner tenure and mandatory rotation analysis for a large cross-section of U.S. publicly listed firms over an extended period. We analyze the effects on audit quality as well as on audit pricing and production. On average, we find no evidence for audit quality declines over...

In this study we aim to undertake a comprehensive examination of the audit market in the UK covering the population of limited companies that have and/or are required to file audited accounts. The study will examine over a longer period (1998-2012) the trends in the audit market, measures of...