Idiosyncratic Volatility and Global Equity Markets
Posted: 29 Jan 2015
Date Written: October 6, 2014
Abstract
This article investigates the relation of Idiosyncratic Volatility (IVOL) and future returns on a portfolio level in global equity markets. In contrast to previous studies (Ang et al. 2006, 2009), it reveals that the spread between stock indices exhibiting a high IVOL and stock indices with low IVOL is positive and unrelated to movements in the business cycle. Traditional asset pricing models cannot explain the spread.
Keywords: Idiosyncratic Volatility, global equity markets, international stock indices, business cycle
JEL Classification: G12, G14
Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation
Grobys, Klaus, Idiosyncratic Volatility and Global Equity Markets (October 6, 2014). Applied Economics Letters, Vol. 22, No. 5, 2015, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2552466
Feedback
Feedback to SSRN
If you need immediate assistance, call 877-SSRNHelp (877 777 6435) in the United States, or +1 212 448 2500 outside of the United States, 8:30AM to 6:00PM U.S. Eastern, Monday - Friday.