Detecting and analyzing explosive bubbles and their relationship with volatility: evidence from Tunisia

Sirine Ben Yaala and Jamel Eddine Henchiri

RAUSP Management Journal, 2025, vol. 60, issue 1, 86-101

Abstract: Purpose - This study aims to identify and analyze speculative bubbles in the Tunisian stock market from 2004 to 2023 and examine the evolution of return volatility during these periods. Design/methodology/approach - The research uses the Supremum Augmented Dickey-Fuller (SADF) and Generalized Supremum Augmented Dickey-Fuller (GSADF) tests, alongside Monte Carlo and bootstrap simulations (Sieve-bootstrap and Wild-bootstrap), to detect speculative bubbles. The Markov-Switching Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity model is used to analyze volatility regimes. Findings - The study identifies multiple speculative bubbles with varying timing, duration and response to external events. The GSADF test proves more effective than the SADF test for detecting longer, more frequent bubbles. Despite methodological differences, strong correlations among bootstrap techniques improve bubble identification. Bubble periods align with a high-volatility regime (regime 2), emphasizing volatility’s role in bubble formation. Research limitations/implications - This study enhances the understanding of speculative bubble formation in emerging markets, highlighting the importance of considering national financial market specifics in bubble analysis. Practical implications - The findings offer valuable insights for investors, regulators and policymakers, helping inform decisions and improve financial regulation to foster market stability. Social implications - By identifying speculative bubbles, the research helps mitigate economic uncertainty, protects savings and supports financial stability, aiding policymakers in curbing excessive speculation and promoting sustainable economic growth. Originality/value - This research contributes to the understanding of speculative bubbles in the underexplored Tunisian stock market, using innovative methodologies for a comprehensive analysis of bubbles and volatility dynamics.

Keywords: Speculative bubbles; SADF; GSADF; Volatility regimes; MSGARCH (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1108/RAUSP-05-2024-0097

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