Speaker: Prof. Aaron YS Kim, College of Business, Stony Brook University Abstract: In this study, we discuss a machine learning technique to price exotic options with two underlying assets based on a non-Gaussian Levy process model. We introduce a new multivariate Levy process model named the generalized normal tempered stable (gNTS) process, which is defined […]

Speaker: Prof. Md. Rayfayet Alam, Dept. of Finance and Economics, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Abstract: This study evaluates the potential of gold-backed cryptocurrencies, such as Tether Gold and PAX Gold, as a hedge and safe haven against global, regional, and categorical financial stresses. Hedge and safe haven properties of gold-backed cryptocurrencies are also compared […]

Speaker: Prof. Ralf Korn, Dept. of Mathematics, RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau Abstract: Since August 2022 customers have to be asked if they are interested in sustainable investment when entering a pension contract. Hence, the provider has to be prepared to offer suitable investment opportunities. Further, the provider has to manage the new risks and chances of those […]

Speaker: Prof. Agata Kliber, Dept of Applied Mathematics, Poznan University of Economics & Business co-Authors: Prof. Krzysztof Echaust, Dept. of Operations Research & Mathematical Economics, Poznan University of Economics & Business Prof. Małgorzata Just, Dept. of Finance & Accounting, Poznan University of Life Sciences Abstract: The article aims to determine whether any hedging strategy against […]

Speaker: Prof. Seda Erdogan, Dept. International Trade & Finance, Kadir Has University Abstract: This paper investigates the relationship between firms' engagement in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) activities and corporate investment efficiency, using 1,094 firms from 21 countries in Europe, covering the years 2002–2019. We conduct our estimations using fixed effects panel data techniques and […]