We analyze a model of R&D alliance networks where firms are engaged in R&D
collaborations that lower their production costs while competing on the product market. We …

The French securities laws state that a bidder must obtain at least 95% of the shares
outstanding in order to launch a squeeze-out offer and subsequently delist a public firm. In …

In this paper we introduce a stochastic network formation model where agents choose both
actions and links. Neighbors in the network benefit from each other's action levels through …

We introduce a stochastic R&D network formation model where firms choose both R&D
efforts and their collaboration partners. Neighbors in the network benefit from each other's …

We introduce a stochastic network formation model where agents choose both actions and
links. Neighbors in the network benefit from each other's action levels through local …

We construct an endogenous growth model with random interactions where firms are
subject to distortions. The TFP distribution evolves endogenously as firms seek to upgrade …

This empirical study investigates the performance of cross border M&A. The first stage is to
identify the determinants of making cross border M&A complete. One focus here is to extend …

This thesis consists of three chapters that are empirical investigations of classical questions
in the financial and industrial economics literature on the influence of institutions and …