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Regression: A Deep Dive Into Truck Prices, Alura Lovell
Regression: A Deep Dive Into Truck Prices, Alura Lovell
Undergraduate Research Conference
This regression analysis examines variables affecting used truck pricing and offers insight into the automotive demand factors. This study dives into the process of determining the prices of Ford F150 Supercabs and comparable Chevrolet Silverados. The primary objective is to develop a model that looks at the pricing dynamics, considering factors such as age, mileage, accidents, and brand.
Examining Volatility Spikes In The Financial Sector Etf, Ethan Johnston
Examining Volatility Spikes In The Financial Sector Etf, Ethan Johnston
Undergraduate Research Conference
I used the GARCH to detect if the financial sector ETF, XLF, exhibits return volatility spikes following Federal Reserve interest rate announcements.
Testing Multiple Index Models To Predict The Returns Of Fixed Income Etfs, Ngoc Hoang
Testing Multiple Index Models To Predict The Returns Of Fixed Income Etfs, Ngoc Hoang
Undergraduate Research Conference
Objectives: Models of different complexities can explain asset return. This study: a) examines how variants of index models predict results in 6-month and 12-month periods out of sample b) examines how variants of index models whether their predictions are biased
Development Of An Excel Tool For Retirement Planning, Avery Johnston
Development Of An Excel Tool For Retirement Planning, Avery Johnston
Undergraduate Research Conference
Preparing for retirement is a difficult and intimidating process that requires a great deal of planning and preparation. I developed a user-friendly Excel tool that illustrates the balance of a retirement account over time. The user can manipulate key variables by using the sliders. The tool performs all the calculations and displays the running balance in a graph.
2021 American Housing, Hana Roers, Toby Sherman
2021 American Housing, Hana Roers, Toby Sherman
Undergraduate Research Conference
No abstract provided.
A Comparison Of Investing Strategies For Individual Investors, Ngoc Hoang
A Comparison Of Investing Strategies For Individual Investors, Ngoc Hoang
Undergraduate Research Conference
Objective: I compared the performance of three trading strategies to identify if one of them leads to higher ending wealth for the investor.
Using Power Bi Reports To Support Stakeholder Relations For A Regional Non-Profit Mental Health Care Provider, Hannah Percell
Using Power Bi Reports To Support Stakeholder Relations For A Regional Non-Profit Mental Health Care Provider, Hannah Percell
Undergraduate Research Conference
Our Goal: To aid Burke in its communication of relevant data to its network of stakeholders. By presenting the data in a more visual format using Power BI, we hoped to increase reader understanding of key metrics and facilitate communication between Burke and its stakeholders.
Do Bilinguals Earn More In Texas?, Karina Weathers
Do Bilinguals Earn More In Texas?, Karina Weathers
Undergraduate Research Conference
Curious about the effects of knowing a second language on income, I used data from the 2017 American Community Survey to analyze the economic advantages associated with bilingualism for adults 18-64 in Texas who reported an income and positive weeks worked in the year prior to the survey. Bilingualism is defined as speaking a language at home other than or in addition to English.
Sector Correlations & Rotational Investing, Helena Collmorgen
Sector Correlations & Rotational Investing, Helena Collmorgen
Undergraduate Research Conference
The correlation between risk and expected return of an investment is very high. Because investors are typically risk adverse, they will take on more risk only if rewarded with higher expected returns.
Parental Financial Conditions As A Source Of Stress On First-Generation Tjc Honors Students, Michelle Reyes
Parental Financial Conditions As A Source Of Stress On First-Generation Tjc Honors Students, Michelle Reyes
Undergraduate Research Conference
INTRODUCTION
Parental support is a key factor in a child's development. Motivation coming from a parent is a substantial help on the realization of tasks. The involvement of parents on children's education is directly proportional to the level of achievement and success of the students. In low income families, parental support can be translated to pressure, the anxiety of seeing their children to pursue a career and achieve success is not a desire but it is a necessity. Regularly, the students’ parents will use their own lack of financial stability as an example to motivate their children to be better. …
Cost Analysis Of Private Student Loans, John Bledsoe
Cost Analysis Of Private Student Loans, John Bledsoe
Undergraduate Research Conference
Purpose of Study: To help educate students on the types and possible outcomes of private student loans, hopefully giving them an advantage when/if they are faced with the decision of what type of loan to choose.