We theoretically and empirically investigate the effects of manager-specific characteristics on capital structure. We develop a dynamic structural model in which a manager affects a firm’s earnings through her ability and effort. The manager receives dynamic incentives through explicit contracts with shareholders. We derive the manager’s contracts and implement them through financial securities...

The aim of this research was examine and analyze the effect ofownership structure, capital structureand company size on corporate financial performance.The performance in study is measured using Return Asset (ROA) ownership structureas by managerial ownership, Debt Equity Ratio (DER) sizeas total assets. sample used 20 companies from a population 54 property, real estate building construction t...

We investigate relations between inside ownership, managerial expenses and equity valuations. Our engine of analysis —Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) —provides a unique and rich framework for analysis since we can calculate extremely accurate measures of asset replacement costs, and hence relative valuation (Tobin's Q). Further, the nature of the financial statements allows us to examine ...

The aim of this empirical study is to explore the trade-off model and pecking order model of capital structure. The investigation is performed using panel data procedures for a sample of 76 firms listed in Tehran Stock Exchange during 2007-2010.The study employs OLS regression model in examining the capital structure of firms in Iran. The study employs variables reflecting differing theoretical...

There is debate over the relationship between ownership structure and firm performance. Most existing studies look at established listed companies in developed countries, in which the market mechanism is well developed. Meanwhile, the relationship between ownership structure and firm performance in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in transition countries has been largely ignored. Drawing on ...

The main objective of this research is the index of profitability on the capital structure of listed companies on the Stock Exchange of Tehran. Statistical population consisted of all above companies that 138 companies were selected in time zone of 2011-2014 after screening method (systematic elimination). The research method is descriptive and correlation and study variable is profitability in...