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Comparing the cost of capital in the United States and Japan: a survey of methods


Abstract: Recent years have seen the emergence of a sizable literature comparing the cost of capital in the United States and Japan. This review of the literature highlights the methodological differences of previous investigations and seeks to isolate common conclusions. Emphasis is given to underlying economic and institutional factors that may contribute to cost of capital disparities.

Keywords: Capital; Japan; Corporations - Finance;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of New York

Part of Series: Quarterly Review

Publication Date: 1990

Volume: 15

Issue: Win

Pages: 20-32