This paper provides a comprehensive systematic literature review (SLR) of existing
international accounting and finance research on the structure, characteristics, and diversity …

In this review of the literature on reputation, status, celebrity, and stigma we develop an
overarching theoretical framework based on the rational, emotional, and moral aspects of …

Combining the theses of “problemistic search” and “slack search,” past research in the
behavioral theory of the firm suggests that both low-and high-performing firms may engage …

Different areas of focus in merger and acquisition (M&A) research have led to research
fragmentation in theories and variables used to predict different measures of acquisition …

The celebrity credibility scale developed by Singh and Banerjee [Singh, RP, & Banerjee,
N.(2018). A study on exploring the factors influencing celebrity endorsement credibility …

Research on the impact of CEO attributes on firm performance is sporadic and fragmented,
with various studies addressing select pieces of the puzzle. Through synthesizing and …

Despite the long-standing research interest in the pre-deal phase of mergers and
acquisitions, many important questions remain unanswered. We review and synthesize the …

Abstract Research Summary While real options theory has been applied with the optimality
assumption, actual real options investments are made by managers, who are subject to …

Research summary: This study proposes that CEOs may undertake intensive acquisition
activities to increase their social recognition and status after witnessing their competitors' …

In this study, we examine the impact of CEO celebrity status on the propensity of firms to
engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR). Integrating identity and impression …