Impact of Geopolitical risks on the Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry
Summary
This thesis investigates the impact of geopolitical risks on the stock performance of the Food, Beverage, and Tobacco (FBT) industry. Utilizing a comprehensive dataset from 1999 to 2024, including 110 firms, this study employs a Fixed Effects (FE) model to analyze the way geopolitical acts and threats influence FBT stock prices. The findings reveal a significant negative impact of geopolitical acts on stock prices, while geopolitical threats exhibit a positive effect, indicating potential safe havens during heightened geopolitical tensions. The analysis also highlights the regional differences in the impact of geopolitical risks. The research underscores the importance of considering geopolitical risks in investment strategies and policy-making within the FBT industry.