This paper examines the performance of traditional statistical models (SARIMA & SARIMAX) and modern machine learning models (XGBoost) for forecasting Swedish public sector food prices organized by a hierarchical index structure. The depth of the analysis is made possible by collaborating with Matilda Foodtech, who gave access to anonymized food procurement data from Swedish public organization

The conflict about the century-old car beach in Laholm, Halland, has been a contentious issue and subject to debate for 70 years. Despite the recent decision for its closure, the matter has been contested over 350 times, which poses a significant challenge for the municipality. Applying Mitchell’s (2008) six axioms for landscape reading, the research explores how the public perceives the car beach

The increasing availability of satellite images with seemingly ever increasing spatial, spectral, and temporal resolution is a treasure when searching for information about activity on the surface of the earth. However, the large amount of data is challenging for humans to search through. Anomaly detection in time series of satellite images could potentially help humans to search specific areas fo

Abstract Title: Performance management and measurement in primary care Seminar date: May 29th, 2024 Course: BUSN79 Degree Project in Accounting and Finance, 15 hp Authors: Elias Thor and Hugo Winberg Advisor: Anna Häger Glenngård Examiner: Anders Anell Key words: Corporate group, Cooperative, Governance, Performance management, Primary care centres Purpose: To compare performance manage

This thesis addresses the research problem of the importance for contextualized understanding of diversity's impact on organizational performance, particularly within top management teams (TMTs) during mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities. Focusing on publicly traded companies in the technology and financial services sectors in the United States, the research aims to investigate how T

This paper examines the economic impact of the 2016 Brexit referendum on the United Kingdom’s economy, focusing on indicators such as real GDP per capita growth and exports. Employing the Synthetic Difference-in-Differences estimation method, we construct a synthetic control unit which allows for an estimation of the treatment effect of the referendum. Our analysis reveals declining trends in real

Studien syftar till att undersöka hur ägarkoncentration påverkar risknivån inom svenska Large Cap företag. Studien använder en kvantitativ metod med panelregression och inkluderar flera relevanta kontrollvariabler relaterade till risknivå. Arbetet grundas på relevanta teorier, finansiella modeller och tidigare forskning inom området.This study aims to examine the impact of ownership concentration on the risk levels of Swedish Large Cap companies. The research employs a quantitative method using panel regression and incorporates various control variables related to risk. It is grounded in relevant theories, financial models, and previous research in the field.

In response to a period of low inflation and near-zero interest rates, the Swedish central bank initiated Quantitative Easing (QE) in 2015. While the impact of QE on bank lending has been studied in the US and UK, its effects in Sweden remains under-researched. We study the effects of QE on residential bank lending in Sweden through the liquidity, bank lending and bank capital channels. Using a on

The deprecation of third-party cookies poses significant challenges for Swedish retailers, as explored in this study, focusing on their readiness and strategic responses. With upcoming browser limitations and strict privacy regulations like GDPR, retailers are compelled to navigate the transition towards a cookieless digital future. Using semi-structured interviews, this qualitative research gathe

Embracing the concept of reusing waste materials, my project transforms discarded oyster shells into a versatile building material. The outcome is more than just a product; it’s a symbol of sustainable innovation. Utilizing discarded oyster shells, the project seeks to create functional and aesthetically pleasing items. My goal with this project was to create a material solely from natural substa

According to optimal resource allocation theory, reproductive investment is determined by the trade-off between present and future reproduction and offspring quality and quantity. The immune system, including innate immune function, protects the body against disease-related mortality. As such, it can be representative of the bird´s survival prospects, and has the potential to influence the outcome

As the climate changes the risks to agriculture increases which is a threat to food security around the world. One such risk is an increase in rainfall which can lead to decreased crop yields. Sweden today is dependent on other countries for their food supply, however the countries it depends on will suffer more from climate related risks to their agriculture meaning that Sweden's own food pro

This thesis analyzes schoolchildren’s mental health development in five mental health-related variables when they gain internet access through 3G networks. A unique panel dataset using the HBSC with country-level 3G coverage is constructed. Using a TWFE strategy to estimate the effect on the five outcome variables, a decrease in mental health is found for both female and male children. The results

This study investigated the limitations and possible introduction of missing pillars in the current ESG framework, wherein a richer definition and exploration towards holistic sustainability was a key aim. Through an exploratory approach using the Gioia Methodology, six startups were interviewed, intended to present current lessons and challenges of integrating the ESG dimensions. All companies be

The global need to take urgent action to address climate change presents the German automotive industry with its biggest transformation in history. While environmental targets are being set, the importance of leadership in the transformation process has so far received little attention. Using a Causal Model of Organizational Performance and Change, and the Transformational Leadership framework, th

In 2023, seven major property owners in Malmö attempted to raise rents a second time, after annual rents for the city’s tenants had already been finalized. In doing so, landlords broke with historical precedent, by coordinating efforts to bypass the rent negotiation process with the powerful Swedish Union of Tenants (SUT). The Swedish rent negotiation model, a product of militant organizing by the

Despite globalization fostering communication, achieving peace remains a challenge. International organizations like the OSCE, UN, and Munich Security Conference promote dialogue and diplomacy for conflict resolution. However, this study problematizes the assumption that rational communication and democratic liberal values solely lead to peace. It examines the strategic use of moral communication,

Zooplankton normally aggregate near the surface during the night to mate and feed. This behavior is known as Diel Vertical Migration and it is modulated by factors such as light intensity, predation risk, and turbulence. Near surface turbulence tend to result in deeper distribution of zooplankton, but it is still not clear how zooplankton assess the turbulence regime. Here, I propose an explanatio

In the Fall of 2023, Sweden’s major autoworkers union (IF Metall) launched a strike against Tesla, a global manufacturer of electric vehicles (EVs). Contentions have emerged in the discourses and rhetoric of both parties about the cultural compatibility of work cultures between the Nordic Model and the U.S-based EV multinational manufacturer. The decline of union involvement among the population o