We examine the neoclassical investment model using a panel of U.S. manufacturing firms. The standard model with no … for firms with low (pre-sample) payouts (firms we expect to face financing constraints). Hem, investment is sensitive to … both firm cash flow and macroeconomic credit conditions, holding constant investment opportunities. Sample splits based on …

We examine how firm and country heterogeneity shape the response of corporate investment in emerging markets to changes … the costs of external borrowing and (ii) a real options channel-reflecting firms' option values to delay investment. We … find evidence of the coexistence of both channels. Financially weaker firms reduce investment by more in response to higher …

analyze the relationship between investment and internal cash flows. The results indicate that the investment sensitivity to … VC-backed SME investment. The moderation effect of VC ownership reduces the magnitudes of the positive impact of cash … flows and debt as well as the negative effect of growth opportunities on investment in both smaller and larger VC …

can create a self-perpetuating cycle of investment and loss for the entire venture capital industry. This is especially …