International Journal of Business and Economics Research

Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020

  • Economic Growth and Carbon Dioxide Emissions in East African Countries: A Pooled Mean Group Approach

    Ghirmai Tesfamariam Teame, Amine Teclay Habte

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 160-169
    Received: May 08, 2020
    Accepted: May 25, 2020
    Published: Jun. 03, 2020
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    Abstract: In recent years, due to factors such as increases in greenhouse gas (GHG) and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, global warming and climate changes has become a major threat for all countries. However, contrary to the deep-seated belief that human impact on the environment is negative and progressive, recent empirical research shows that certain types... Show More
  • The Impact of Tax Collection and Incentives on Economic Growth: Evidence from Nigeria

    Abiodun Akanbi

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 170-175
    Received: Nov. 23, 2019
    Accepted: Jan. 02, 2020
    Published: Jun. 04, 2020
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    Abstract: The debate on the effectiveness of taxation as an instrument for promoting economic growth remains inconclusive, as several studies have indicated mixed effect of taxation on economic growth. Against this background this study investigated the impact of tax collection and incentives on economic growth in Nigeria. Yearly data for the period 2010 – 2... Show More
  • The Level of Competition Among the Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) in Nigeria

    Bosede Olanike Awoyemi, Josephine Onyinyechi Ihesiaba

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 176-182
    Received: Apr. 14, 2020
    Accepted: May 03, 2020
    Published: Jun. 17, 2020
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    Abstract: The level of competition in view of the financial performance of Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) between the periods of 2009 to 2018 was investigated. To measure competition, a four-firm Concentration ratio (CR4) and Herfindal-Hirschman Index (HHI) were used. To denote the percentage of market share that the individual bank has relative to the market si... Show More
  • Public Governance and Economic Growth of Non-Oil-Exporting Arab Countries

    Elham Mohammad Alhaj Yousef

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 183-191
    Received: Apr. 26, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 01, 2020
    Published: Jun. 17, 2020
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    Abstract: This paper aims at investigating the impact of public governance on the economic growth in Non-Oil-Exporting Arab countries (NOEAC). The study used panel data for six NOEAC over the period from 1998 to 2017. Some study variables were not stationary at level but they became stationary after taking the first difference for them. The result of applyin... Show More
  • Lessons from the Experiences of Currency Crisis, Focused on the Cases of Korea, Argentina, Mexico and Greece

    Yongshik Choe, Hyun-jung Kim

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 192-201
    Received: May 31, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 15, 2020
    Published: Jun. 28, 2020
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    Abstract: The currency crisis has happened intermittently in many countries around the world despite numerous studies about it. It might be its reason that the root cause of currency crisis is not clarified clearly yet. The causes well-known are not the root but the phenomena appeared in its developing process. If the root is clarified, the crisis would be p... Show More
  • Determinants of Rural Household Food Insecurity Status and Coping Strategies in Case of Konso Woreda, Segen Area People’s Zone of Southern Ethiopia

    Aynalem Moges, Mada Melkamu

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 202-206
    Received: May 22, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 15, 2020
    Published: Jun. 29, 2020
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    Abstract: The aim of this study was to identify determinant factors and status of household food insecurity in Konso district. The study employed primary data collected from 203 households selected by using simple random sampling method. Binary logistic models and household calorie acquisition methods were employed to identify factors and categorize househol... Show More
  • Evaluation the Impact of Capital Adequacy on the Return on Equity of Islamic Banks in Gulf Cooperation Council

    Khaled Naser Al-khawaldah, Alaaeddin Awad Al-tarawneh, Ghazi-alassaf

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 207-210
    Received: May 01, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 08, 2020
    Published: Jul. 04, 2020
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    Abstract: The purpose of this study examines the effect of the capital adequacy on the return on equity for the largest 16 Islamic banks in gulf cooperation council in terms of market value, using panel data analysis during the Period (2010-2014) and the effect the size, inflation, and GDP as a control variables, Also to explain how Islamic banks comply with... Show More
  • Liberalization and Nationalization in South America: A Comparative Analysis of Economics Impact Through Telecommunications and Electricity Sectors

    Arturo Davalos Yoshida, Richard-Jesus Gil-Herrera

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 211-227
    Received: May 24, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 17, 2020
    Published: Jul. 04, 2020
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    Abstract: To achieve better levels of development, the "infrastructure for development" of the countries must be strengthened, particularly in strategic sectors such as telecommunications and electricity. By the other hand, the universal access to electricity and telecommunications, are considered nowadays as basic factors of welfare and social equality. Wit... Show More
  • The Impact of Jordan Free Trade Agreements on Trade Flows

    Taleb Awad-Warrad, Murad Ahmad Al Tarawneh

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 228-233
    Received: Jun. 01, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 15, 2020
    Published: Jul. 04, 2020
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    Abstract: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of Jordan Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with 17 Arab countries (Greater Arab Free Trade Area (GAFTA)), United States of America (USA) and European Union (EU) on Jordan trade flows. A Gravity model is used to estimate the impact of FTAs in term of trade creation and trade diversion. The study utilizes a panel d... Show More
  • Anticipating the Difficulties of Microfinance Institutions: An Early Warning Model Applied to the Togolese Context

    Maïpa Pakidame, Komivi Ogbone, Yao Messah Kounetsron

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 234-240
    Received: Mar. 30, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 22, 2020
    Published: Jul. 22, 2020
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Microfinance and Local Development
    Abstract: The Decentralized financial system (DFS) is a sector in growth in developing countries. It offers financial services to actors rejected by formal banks because of their risk. therefore, a strict monitoring of this sector is needed to anticipate and avoid the bankruptcies of DFSs. In this context, an early warning model is a feasible solution. The a... Show More
  • Microfinance and Public Local Infrastructure Development in Local Councils in Cameroon: The Social Innovation Prospective Approach

    Serge Messomo Elle

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 241-253
    Received: May 04, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 22, 2020
    Published: Jul. 22, 2020
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Microfinance and Local Development
    Abstract: Local development is an alternative to central government at the local level. Unlike the case with the central government, local development is directed towards local territories usually with the goal of developing their local resources one of which is local infrastructure. This infrastructure is usually financed by public and private sector capita... Show More
  • The Impact of Domestic and External Public Debt on the Economic Growth of Jordan

    Eman Abdel Khalek Fseifes, Talib Mohammad Warrad

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 254-262
    Received: Jul. 16, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 29, 2020
    Published: Aug. 10, 2020
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    Abstract: Since the beginning of the new millennium several developing countries have been making greater use of domestic bond markets, with a corresponding decline in gross and net foreign debt-to-GDP ratios. Jordan was not an exception; the structure of the public debt in Jordan has exhibited a similar shift towards the domestic borrowings after the year 2... Show More
  • The Effect of Convenience and Trust to Purchase Decision and Its Impact to Customer Satisfaction

    Ismulyana Djan, Siti Rubbiah Adawiyyah

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 263-269
    Received: Jul. 25, 2020
    Accepted: Aug. 05, 2020
    Published: Aug. 19, 2020
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    Abstract: The research objective is to determine the purchase decisions and customer satisfaction that are directly affected by onvenience and Trust, Customer Satisfaction that is directly affected by Purchase Decisions, and Customer Satisfaction that is indirectly affected by Convenience and Trust through Purchase Decisions. This research uses quantitative ... Show More
  • Provider and Consumer Perceptions on Mobile Money and Microfinance Integrations in Ghana: A Financial Inclusion Approach

    Judith Aboagye, Sophia Anong

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 270-281
    Received: Feb. 27, 2020
    Accepted: Apr. 29, 2020
    Published: Aug. 19, 2020
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Microfinance and Local Development
    Abstract: This study examines the use and impact of mobile money and microfinance services in Ghana. It explores the perspectives of mobile money and microfinance service providers and consumers to identify the nature and extent of use, and their separate and complementary impact on financial inclusion. Qualitative data collected through interviews with serv... Show More
  • The Impact of Voting Trust System on Corporate World and Its Significance for China & Its Economy

    Ali Raza Ansari, Alexandra Jane Davis, Kashif Imran Zadi

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2020
    Pages: 282-287
    Received: Jul. 18, 2020
    Accepted: Aug. 12, 2020
    Published: Aug. 19, 2020
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    Abstract: Shareholder voting trusts have had a huge impact on the world as an important device for the protection of shareholders and corporations alike. However, this instrument is missing in the corporate sector of China – one of the world’s leading economies. In Part 1, this paper looks at the history of voting trust systems and the path toward legality. ... Show More