Η επίπτωση των πολιτικών γεγονότων στην τιμή του πετρελαίου στους αντίστοιχους ναύλους καθώς και στην κερδοφορία των μετοχών στο χρηματιστήριο

Σοφικίτου, Αικατερίνη

Master Thesis

Author

Σοφικίτου, Αικατερίνη

Date

2025-12

Abstract

This thesis examines the complex relationship between political events, oil prices, shipping freight rates and stock market profitability, focusing on the energy and maritime sectors. In a globalized economic environment, geopolitical tensions, wars, international sanctions, and policy decisions by international organizations directly affect oil supply and demand, generating significant market volatility. The study is based on theoretical and historical analysis of major events such as oil crises, conflicts in the Middle East, sanctions on Iran, and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It analyzes the channels through which political developments are transmitted to energy markets, maritime transport, and capital markets, emphasizing fuel costs, war risk insurance, regulatory interventions, and environmental regulations. The findings indicate that political uncertainty acts as a catalyst for economic instability, influencing freight rates and corporate profitability in an asymmetric manner. Shipping emerges as a key transmission mechanism of geopolitical shocks, as changes in trade routes, ton mile demand, and operating costs rapidly affect market outcomes. The research highlights the importance of risk management strategies for shipping companies, investors and policymakers. Overall, the thesis contributes to a deeper understanding of the interdependence between politics, energy, shipping, and financial markets, supporting informed decision making under conditions of global uncertainty.

Postgraduate Studies Programme

Ναυτιλία

Department

Σχολή Ναυτιλίας και Βιομηχανίας. Τμήμα Ναυτιλιακών Σπουδών

Number of pages

Language

Greek

URI

https://dione.lib.unipi.gr/xmlui/handle/unipi/18731

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Αναφορά Δημιουργού-Μη Εμπορική Χρήση-Όχι Παράγωγα Έργα 3.0 Ελλάδα