Using a sample of firms that conducted multiple SEOs during 1995-2012, we examine whether firms can build credibility for subsequent SEOs by following through on their stated use of proceeds from earlier SEOs. We find that firms that previously state their intention to invest funds in projects...

The introduction of the common currency in the Euro zone has led to a shift in factor importance from country to industry effects. Nevertheless, there is overwhelming evidence that the recent spate of crises has engendered a reversal in factor importance, returning it to country effect. This...

This paper develops an equilibrium model featuring heterogeneity in investor risk tolerance across different risk sources. Using Australian data, it confirms the theoretical predictions of the model, by showing that a higher imputation credit yield in one year leads to a lower stock return in...