Title:

Optimal Diversification: Reconciling Theory and Evidence

Authors:

João Ferreira Gomes (U PA)
Dmitry Livdan (U Houston)

Journal:

Journal of Finance

Year:

2004

Volume:

59

Pages:

507-535

JEL codes:

L25 - Firm Performance: Size, Diversification and Scope, Age, Profit, and Sales
G32 - Financing Policy; Financial Risk and Risk Management; Capital and Ownership Structure
G34 - Mergers; Acquisitions; Restructuring; Corporate Governance