Research on human biases stemming from the use of decision aids has predominantly dealt with human tendencies to reduce cognitive effort. In this research we examine a bias that results from the human tendency for exploratory behavior. We frame our analysis within a natural experiment setting...

We evaluate the effect of index option initiation on a stock market in which short sales are prohibited. Our focus is the effect on the price volatility of the underlying asset. In a very simple dynamic model with successive generations of single-period investors, we show that volatility can...

We recognize a conflict that is largely neglected in the corporate finance literature. Shareholders want to maximize their portfolio value while capital budgeting rules direct managers to choose projects that maximize firm (equity) value. Managerial stock options can reduce this conflict between...

This paper conducts an empirical analysis of the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and political beliefs in the United States. By analyzing the 2004 presidential election results of communities in which corporate headquarters are located, we establish a correlation...