Asymmetric interdependencies between copyright and commodity markets: the COVID-19 pandemic impact

Asymmetric interdependencies between copyright and commodity markets: the COVID-19 pandemic impact

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Using NARDL methodology, this research investigates some asymmetric and non-linear interconnections between leading copyright and commodity returns.Thus, this study explores potential interconnections between these cryptocurrencies and commodity markets in the period between March 07, 2018, and March 26, 2021.This paper splits the entire sample period into two independent sub-periods in order to enhance robustness: pre-COVID and COVID, to read more examine the impact of the pandemic on these markets.Our results confirm that the most relevant interconnection (in terms of cointegration, short- and long- asymmetry, and the persistence of the lags) between cryptos jmannino.com and commodities is focused on COVID-19, the pandemic sub-period, in line with previous literature.Finally, the study reveals that some cryptocurrencies such as Tether could serve as a diversifying asset or even a safe haven, in certain scenarios, in investment strategies.