Observational learning theories often assume that people’s actions can be observed. Nevertheless, in many naturally occurring environments, individuals can choose whether to disclose their behavior to others. We theoretically analyze various disclosure rules and show that learning can be more...

This paper investigates whether non-overlapping trading time between two markets can cause return predictability from one market to another. We select cross-listed stocks in mainland China and Hong Kong. A weak return predictability is found in short horizon but no predictability exists in long...

Using the upper price limit-hitting events, in the Shanghai Stock Exchange in China, as the basis for comparison, we find that limit-hitting stocks in the top-ten ranking list of daily returns attract investors' attention, and bring about significant abnormal return in excess of those...

Observational learning theories often assume that people's actions can be observed. However, in many naturally-occurring environments, individuals can choose whether to disclose their behavior to others. We provide theoretical analysis of observational learning under optional disclosure...

Endowing polyethylene oxide (PEO)-based electrolyte with low crystallinity and high efficient Li + transport channels is urgently required for next generation all-solid-state lithium metal batteris (LMBs). Herein, a new type of oxyethyl containing poly(ionic liquids) modified graphene oxide...

This pitch letter shares my personal experience of applying the pitch template to my research topic as well as my personal reflection on this pitching exercise. The pitch template is a systematic approach which helps me understand the paper, structure the research design and organize the...

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been the driving force behind the new wave of technological revolution. In this study, we examine the impact of AI technology on corporate employment decisions. Using a sample of Chinese listed firms from 2012 to 2021, we find...

We investigate postings on two unique online interactive platforms by investors around earnings announcements of publicly listed firms in China. We find posting volumes on the platforms increase around earnings announcement dates, suggesting that investors acquire firm-specific information via...

Fantasy Pitching V follows in the footsteps of four earlier fantasy pitching exercises: Faff, Ali, et al. (2016); Faff, Wallin et al. (2016); Faff, Carrick, et al (2017) & Faff, Baladi, et al (2017). Like all prior versions, the current paper challenges teams of novice researchers to use the...