The existence of financial intermediaries is arguably an artifact of information asymmetry. Beyond simple financial transactions, financial intermediation provides a mechanism for information transmission, which can reduce the degree of information asymmetry and consequently increase market...

Purpose: This study investigates the Chinese stocks' returns during different epidemic periods to assess their effects on firms' market performance. Design/methodology/approach: The study employs an event study method on more than 3,000 firms listed on Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges...

Purpose: This study investigates the psychological impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on Vietnamese people and examines the factors affecting their psychological well-being during and after the lockdown period. Design/methodology/approach: Based on the survey answers of 701 Vietnamese respondents,...