The Effect of Uncertain and Weak Modal Words in 10-K Filings on Analyst Forecast Attributes

This study examines the determinants of the use of uncertain and weak modal words in 10-K filings and the effect of these words on analyst forecast attributes. I find that the use of uncertain and weak modal words in 10-K filings is positively (negatively) associated with firm size, volatility of bu...

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Main Author: Kim, Myung Sub
Format: Others
Published: FIU Digital Commons 2018
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Online Access:https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/3786
https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4981&context=etd