Competitive Dynamics in the Global Insurance Industry Strategic Groups, Competitive Moves, and Firm Performance

This book explores causes and consequences of interfirm rivalry within the global insurance industry. Based on three empirical studies, the book investigates (1) the mechanisms driving firm positioning and strategic group dynamics, (2) the impact of market shocks on firms' competitive behavior,...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Schimmer, Markus
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Wiesbaden Gabler Verlag 2012, 2012
Edition:1st ed. 2012
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Theoretical Background
  • Convergence-Divergence within Strategic Groups
  • From Crisis to Opportunitiy: How Market Shocks Impact Interfirm Rivalry.-Performance Effects of Corporate Diverstiture Programs