Finance has long understood that the effective diversification of portfolios can maximise the
return/risk ratio (Markowitz, 1952). The dominance of an efficient frontier derived using …

In this paper, we demonstrate the use of the country credit rating model in Japan, a developed
economy, Malaysia, an upper middle-income economy, and Russia, a lower middle-…

We examine benefits of international diversification for the period 1 January 1988 to 30 June
2000. We introduce a new variable (lambda) that measures these benefits more directly …

Investors often look to international diversification as a means to reduce the risk of a stock
portfolio while maintaining a given level of return. In this study we look at ten years of historical …

Background/Objective Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and serum lactate levels were assessed to
predict poor neurologic outcome 3 months after return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC). …

This study investigates the sample characteristics and investment performance of three
categories of hybrid mutual funds and the extent to which hybrid funds are a hedge against …

The study investigates the interdependence of the stock markets between the following
countries Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, …

Background: Investing internationally is easier than ever before, with the rise of the internet,
unification of accounting standards, and faster flow of information. Yet, many argue that due …

This study examines the development of the optimum investment portfolio utilizing the major
stock market index from each of the Group of Seven (G-7) industrialized countries. Results …

This study describes the development of the optimum investment portfolio for a United
Kingdom-based investor who seeks to utilize the major stock market index from each of the Group …