In EU (2008-2014, monthly data) regarding the variation of stock returns “January effect” does not matter, while EU follows the USA stock returns and finally southern regions (who are mostly hit by the crisis) tend to have a negative impact on stock returns. The elaboration of panel data...

Microeconomic applications of semi-parametric models with an endogenous variable have been largely ignored. Recognizing spatial heterogeneity captured by semi-parametric cost function models can impact economies of scale estimates. We estimate several cost function models, using panel data for...

In this paper we investigate the herding behaviour of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BSE), using log periodic power laws models.By analysing the behaviour of the most speculative index from the Bucharest Stock Exchange, the BET-FI, we are able to demonstrate that Log-Periodic Power Law (LPPL)...

Technology spillovers have previously been shown to positively affect a firm's market value and innovation activities. We build on this literature by showing that value-relevant information from technology spillovers significantly reduces the likelihood of the focal firm experiencing a stock...

A new method for constructing R&D capital stocks is proposed. Following Schumpeter, the development of R&D capital stocks is modelled as a process of creative destruction. Newly generated knowledge is assumed not only to add to the existing R&D capital stocks but also, by displacing old...