Gang, J., X. Li——Journal of Business Ethics: Risk Perception and Equity Returns
时间:2014-09-23
We use the semi-nonparametric (SNP) model to study the relationship between the innovation of the Volatility Index (VIX) and the expected S&P 500 Index (SPX) returns. We estimate the one-step-ahead contemporaneous relation subject to leverage GARCH effect. Results agree with a body of newly established literature arguing non-linearity, and asymmetries. In addition, the risk-return behaviour depends on the signs as well as magnitudes of the perceived risk. We conclude that influence of fear or ex