Abstract
Ⅰ. Introduction
Ⅱ. Literature Review
2.1 ESG Rating Divergence
2.2 Stock Return Volatility
Ⅲ. Research Hypotheses
3.1 Impact of ESG Rating Divergence on Stock Return Volatility
3.2 Moderating Effect of ESG Assurance
3.3 Mediating Effect of Digital Transformation
Ⅳ. Data and Empirical Design
4.1 Data and Sample Selection
4.2 Variable Measurements
4.3 Model Specifications
Ⅴ. Empirical Results
5.1 Descriptive Statistics
5.2 Benchmark Regression Analysis
5.3 Moderating Effect of ESG Assurance
5.4 Mediating Effect of Digital Transformation
5.5 Robustness Tests
5.6 Heterogeneity Analyses
Ⅵ. Conclusion and Recommendation
6.1 Conclusion
6.2 Implication for Corporate Management
6.3 Limitations and Future Recommendations
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