Bøker av Stefan

In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving world, the rise of tech startups has become a significant trend. These startups, driven by innovation and groundbreaking ideas, have revolutionized various industries and transformed the way we live, work, and interact with technology. This subchapter will delve into the factors that have contributed to the rise of tech startups, explore the strategies behind their success, and provide valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in the startup niche.The advent of technology and the internet has been a game-changer for startups. With the increasing accessibility of technology and the rise of digital platforms, the barriers to entry have significantly decreased. Startups can now leverage affordable and scalable technologies to develop and deliver their products or services to a global audience. This newfound democratization of technology has paved the way for entrepreneurs from all walks of life to bring their ideas to life and disrupt traditional industries.Additionally, the culture of innovation and risk-taking has played a crucial role in the rise of tech startups. Unlike traditional corporate environments, startups thrive on experimentation, agility, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. This entrepreneurial mindset, coupled with an appetite for disruption, has allowed startups to identify market gaps, develop innovative solutions, and rapidly iterate based on user feedback. This subchapter will highlight some of the most successful startup stories and reveal the strategies they employed to navigate the challenges of the startup niche.Moreover, the availability of venture capital and angel investors has fueled the growth of tech startups. These investors are actively seeking innovative ideas and entrepreneurs with the potential for high returns on investment. They provide startups with the necessary capital to scale their operations, develop robust marketing strategies, and attract top talent. Understanding the dynamics of securing funding and building meaningful relationships with investors is a vital aspect of success in the startup niche.

This book comprises 19 papers published in the Special Issue entitled "Corporate Finance", focused on capital structure (Kedzior et al., 2020; Ntoung et al., 2020; Vintilă et al., 2019), dividend policy (Dragotă and Delcea, 2019; Pinto and Rastogi, 2019) and open-market share repurchase announcements (Ding et al., 2020), risk management (Chen et al., 2020; Nguyen Thanh, 2019; Štefko et al., 2020), financial reporting (Fossung et al., 2020), corporate brand and innovation (Barros et al., 2020; Błach et al., 2020), and corporate governance (Aluchna and Kuszewski, 2020; Dragotă et al.,2020; Gruszczyński, 2020; Kjærland et al., 2020; Koji et al., 2020; Lukason and Camacho-Miñano, 2020; Rashid Khan et al., 2020). It covers a broad range of companies worldwide (Cameroon, China, Estonia, India, Japan, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, United States, Vietnam), as well as various industries (heat supply, high-tech, manufacturing).