Stock Dividends in Germany: An Empirical Analysis

Stock distributions can affect the number of outstanding shares and the equity structure of a firm. From a neoclassical perspective, neither should have any effect on market value. However, a respectable number of empirical studies disclose overwhelming evidence that stock markets have a significant...

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Main Author: Sturz, Dirk (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin Verlag Wissenschaft & Praxis 2020, c2015
Edition:1st ed
Series:Studienreihe der Stiftung Kreditwirtschaft an der Universität Hohenheim
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Online Access:Volltext
Summary:Stock distributions can affect the number of outstanding shares and the equity structure of a firm. From a neoclassical perspective, neither should have any effect on market value. However, a respectable number of empirical studies disclose overwhelming evidence that stock markets have a significantly positive reaction to the announcement of stock distributions. -- Despite the broad consensus about the positive market reaction, the possible causes are still debated. Focusing on stock dividends, which are a special type of stock distribution, this study revisits this puzzle and provides deeper insight into the economic ramifications of changes in the equity structure
Item Description:Duncker & Humblot GmbH
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (160 Seiten) 14 b&w ills., 38 b&w tables
ISBN:9783896446879

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