Contemporary Topics In Finance A Collection Of Literature Surveys 1st edition by Iris Claus, Leo Krippner ISBN 1119565162 978-1119565161

1 Contemporary Topics in Finance: A Collection of Literature Surveys

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2 A Survey of the International Evidence and Lessons Learned About Unconventional Monetary Policies: is a ‘New Normal’ in our Future?

1. Introduction

2. the Transition to Unconventional Policies

3. the International Evidence to Date: Financial Markets

4. the International Evidence to Date: Macro-Economic Effects

5. Conclusions: Lessons Learned, the Exit and the ‘New Normal’

Acknowledgements

Notes

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3 Implicit Bank Debt Guarantees: Costs, Benefits and Risks

1. Introduction

2. Why Do Implicit Bank Debt Guarantees Arise?

3. Who Benefits from Implicit Bank Debt Guarantees?

4. What Are the Economic Costs of Implicit Bank Debt Guarantees?

5. What Factors Influence the Value of the Perceived Guarantee?

6. How Do Markets React to What Policy Makers Say and Do about Implicit Guarantees?

7. Concluding Remarks and Open Issues

Acknowledgements

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Appendix A: Reform policies either implemented or being considered for implementation

Appendix B: Changes in resolution regimes and practises by country

4 Financial Fraud: A Literature Review

1. Introduction

2. False Financial Disclosures

3. Financial Scams

4. Fraudulent Financial Mis-Selling

5. Conclusion

Acknowledgements

Notes

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5 Estimating Inflation Risk Premia Using Inflation-Linked Bonds: A Review

1. Introduction

2. Overview of Relevant Concepts

3. Estimating the Inflation Risk Premium with ILB Yields

4. Impact of Liquidity

5. Current Developments

6. Conclusion

Acknowledgements

Notes

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6 Finance and Productivity: A Literature Review

1. Introduction

2. A Framework for the Analysis

3. Financial Development and Economic Growth

4. Finance and Productivity

5. Summary

Notes

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Supporting Information

7 Business Angels Research in Entrepreneurial Finance: A Literature Review and A Research Agenda

1. Introduction

2. Methodology

3. Main Contributions of BA Research

4. Bibliometric Analysis

5. Conclusions and Directions for Future Research

Notes

References

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8 Venture Capital Internationalization: Synthesis and Future Research Directions

1. Introduction

2. Determinants of International VC Investment Flows

3. Strategies to Compensate for Liabilities of Foreignness

4. Outcomes of International VC Investments

5. Public Policy and VC Internationalization

6. Avenues for Future Research

7. Overall Conclusion

Acknowledgements

Notes

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9 Is Relationship Lending Still a Mixed Blessing? A Review of Advantages and Disadvantages for Lenders and Borrowers

1. Introduction

2. Theoretical Foundations

3. Research Framework and Analysis of the Main Determinants of Relationship Lending

4. Relationship-Specific Determinants

5. Industry-Specific Variables6

6. Relationship Lending in Times of Financial Distress for Lenders and/or Borrowers

7. Differences between Financial Systems

8. Final Remarks and Suggestions for Future Research

Notes

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10 Determinants of the Performance of Microfinance Institutions: A Systematic Review

1. Introduction

2. MFI Performance: the Debate

3. Measuring MFI Financial and Social Performance

4. Methodology and Data Description

5. Data Analysis

6. Challenges and Conclusions

Acknowledgement

Notes

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11 Crowdfunding and Innovation

1. Introduction

2. the Functioning of Crowdfunding Platforms

3. Crowdfunding and the Financing of Innovation

4. Does Crowdfunding Spur Innovation?

5. Conclusions

Notes

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12 Crypto-Currencies – AN Introduction to Not-So-Funny Moneys

1. Introduction

2. Payment/Exchange Mechanisms

3. What Purpose Do Crypto-Currencies Serve?

4. Implications

5. Conclusion

Acknowledgement

Notes

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