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  The Link Between Credit Default Swaps and Stock Markets in Central and Eastern Europe

  Our study aims at testing whether there is long-run relationship between the CDS and stock markets in seven countries of Eastern Europe. First, we define specifics of the seven CEE stock markets and CDS spreads. We have found that they show different performance characteristics – stock markets present very different performance while the ... Our study aims at testing whether there is long-run relationship between the CDS and stock markets in seven countries of Eastern Europe. First, we define specifics of the seven CEE stock markets and CDS spreads. We have found that they show different performance characteristics – stock markets present very different performance while the volatility has been very close. Next, we try to estimate the presence of co-integration among the stock markets on the one side and CDS spread on the other. The results show that both stock market indices and CDS spread are not stationary at levels but are stationary at first difference and they are first-order integrated I(1) for all countries. Next, we apply Granger causality test for short-run relationship and our results show for Russia and Poland that the index return is Granger causing the change in CDS spread, the variance in the CDS explained by the index is 40% and 31% respectively. In the case of Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania, where the change in the CDS spread is Granger Causing change in stock market index, the variance in the index explained by the CDS spread is 36%, 11% and 27% respectively.

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  Standardized Model for Subsequent Measurement of Fixed Assets in the Public Sector Enterprises

  This article addresses some shortcomings in the existing pricing model after recognition /post evaluation/ of fixed assets in the public sector enterprises. Prerequisite for the studied problem is the lack of standardization of the accounting system in the public sector enterprises. The author offers a standardized accounting model and argues that ... This article addresses some shortcomings in the existing pricing model after recognition /post evaluation/ of fixed assets in the public sector enterprises. Prerequisite for the studied problem is the lack of standardization of the accounting system in the public sector enterprises. The author offers a standardized accounting model and argues that the problem can only be resolved with the adoption of accounting standards that would replace the current practice of regulation of accounting in the public sector enterprises with instructions and letters. The proposed accounting standard model for periodic assessment of fixed assets are designed ways and means to improve the accounting system of the public sector entities through its adaptation to the conceptual framework of international accounting standards for the public sector. This will increase the reliability and credibility of accounting information and the overall improvement of the accounting methodology.

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  Audit Procedures in Accounting Estimates and Tax Effects in Financial Statements

  Executives in enterprises make judgments in a number of cases when giving accounting estimates. In order not to mislead information users, those judgments must be reasonable and consistent with circumstances. As a result of the uncertainties inherent to operating activities, a lot of entries in financial statements cannot be assessed precisely but ... Executives in enterprises make judgments in a number of cases when giving accounting estimates. In order not to mislead information users, those judgments must be reasonable and consistent with circumstances. As a result of the uncertainties inherent to operating activities, a lot of entries in financial statements cannot be assessed precisely but can only be given a rough estimate. The latter is based on the reliable information available. Conducted audit procedures are therefore essential in order to express an opinion as to the reliability of executives’ judgments. This paper aims to define the major dependencies between accounting estimates and requirements related to auditors’ professional judgment. The focus of research is on reducing information asymmetries in reporting accounting estimates and their tax treatment.