Javed Bin Kamal, Sheena Sara Suresh Philip, Md. Lutfur Rahman, Asif ur Rashid Allis
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Abstract
A large number of studies examine the safe-haven characteristics of different asset classes. However, this paper addresses a lack of systematic literature reviews and bibliometric analyses with a sound theoretical viewpoint the safe-haven assets literature by focusing on 1305 studies published in top-tier journals during 2013–2026 from the Scopus database. We observe that safe-haven assets-related studies predominantly emerge during periods of crises and rising economic uncertainty, such as the COVID-19 crisis. We find that there are no true safe-haven assets. The ability of a particular asset to function as a safe-haven depends on the economic conditions, sources of crisis, and other factors. Finally, the paper provides directions for future research.
期刊介绍:
As economics becomes increasingly specialized, communication amongst economists becomes even more important. The Journal of Economic Surveys seeks to improve the communication of new ideas. It provides a means by which economists can keep abreast of recent developments beyond their immediate specialization. Areas covered include: - economics - econometrics - economic history - business economics