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  INNOVATION IN THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR

  The sustainable development of the European agricultural sector aims to continuously improve the quality of life and well-being of the present and future generations. It is intended to establish a relationship between economic development, environmental protection and social justice. The purpose of this paper is to study innovation in the economy ... The sustainable development of the European agricultural sector aims to continuously improve the quality of life and well-being of the present and future generations. It is intended to establish a relationship between economic development, environmental protection and social justice. The purpose of this paper is to study innovation in the economy as a whole and particularly in the agricultural sector in the context of the Europe 2020 Strategy for Smart, Sustainable and Inclusive Growth. It focuses on the following tasks: studying the theory and practice to clarify the specifics and concepts regarding innovation in the economy (including in the agricultural sector); identifying the factors necessitating the introduction of innovation (including in the agricultural sector); covering the European policy in the field of innovation (including in the agricultural sector); proposals and conclusions on the introduction of innovation in the agricultural sector for achieving smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. The object of the study is innovation in the economy and in particular innovation in the agricultural sector (subject of study). The research thesis stems from the need to achieve smart, sustainable and inclusive growth by applying innovation in the context of the Europe 2020 Strategy. This makes it necessary to stimulate the development of competitive and sustainable agriculture and forestry, which ‘achieves more with less’ in harmony with the environment.

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  STUDY ON THE APPLICABILITY OF INVESTMENT AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT MODELS IN EMERGING MARKETS

  The study aims to test the applicability of three basic investment and portfolio management models in emerging markets in Central and Eastern Europe – the EVA model, RI model and ETF α+ model. Our thesis statement is that the models established in developed economies are applicable to emerging markets but should be modelled according to the ... The study aims to test the applicability of three basic investment and portfolio management models in emerging markets in Central and Eastern Europe – the EVA model, RI model and ETF α+ model. Our thesis statement is that the models established in developed economies are applicable to emerging markets but should be modelled according to the specifics of these markets. Our task was to create modified models that are applicable in the East-European emerging markets. First we tested the economic value-added model (EVA), but we met a number of difficulties in applying it in Eastern Europe, mainly due to some differences in the accounting standards. Therefore, we developed the much simpler RI model, in which with only two modifications we were able to prove its applicability in our markets. Based on this result we then made key changes in the EVA model and as a result we found that both indicators – EVA and RI – can be used as criteria for implementing investment and portfolio management policies. In the final stage of the project we successfully tested the possibility of generating alpha returns in duplicating the WIG220 index, achieving a higher return than the market return.

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  THE BRAND – A CATALYST FOR SMART AND SUSTAINABLE REGION GROWTH

  The study focuses on the relation between the successful branding process and the achievement of sustainable and smart regional growth. The main objective of the project is to analyze the conditions for smart and sustainable growth in the region in the light of the branding process. The specific tasks of the study are: studying the evolution of ... The study focuses on the relation between the successful branding process and the achievement of sustainable and smart regional growth. The main objective of the project is to analyze the conditions for smart and sustainable growth in the region in the light of the branding process. The specific tasks of the study are: studying the evolution of the economic growth concept with a focus on the relationship between sustainable and smart growth; studying the branding process in the context of sustainable and smart growth; studying the consumer attitudes towards regional brands, objects of the survey; analysizing the prerequisites for achieving smart and sustainable regional growth in the context of the branding process. The main thesis statement is that the brand as a factor for smart and sustainable growth is an applicable idea in the present-day economic reality in Bulgaria. The results of the project are designed to outline the strategic paths of development for achieving smart and sustainable growth. A specialized website has been developed, which will facilitate and deepen the network partnership in exchanging experience on the implementation of good innovative and investment practices in the sphere of regional branding process.