Volume 11 (2024)
Volume 10 (2023)
Volume 9 (2022)
Volume 8 (2021)
Volume 7 (2020)
Volume 6 (2019)
Volume 5 (2018)
Volume 4 (2017)
Volume 3 (2016)
Volume 2 (2015)
Volume 1 (2014)
Economics
The Analysis of Capital Structure Theories in Emerging Markets

Saad Raad Faysal

Volume 11, Issue 2 , February 2024, , Pages 148-161

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10892371

Abstract
  The primary purpose of this paper is to verify the basic assumptions according to the pecking order and Trade-off theory for the capital structure in listed firms on KSA, Iran, and the Iraq Stock Exchange of West Asian countries. The pooled ordinary least squares (OLS) were used to examine the relationships ...  Read More

Economics
Comparative Analysis of ARIMA, SARIMAX, and Random Forest Models for Forecasting Future GDP of the UK in Relation to Unemployment Rate

Md Junayed Hossain

Volume 10, Issue 11 , November 2023, , Pages 924-937

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10473611

Abstract
  Accurate forecasting of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is crucial for policymakers, businesses, and investors. This research explores the use of SARIMAX, ARIMA, and Random Forest models to forecast GDP in the UK. The study investigates the relationship between GDP and the unemployment rate, considering ...  Read More

Economics
Analysis of Nigeria Agriculture Promotion Policy on the Economic Performance of Small-Scale Palm Oil Marketers in Edo State

Ben Asuelimen Ijie; Michael Omohimi Iyoriobhe

Volume 10, Issue 10 , October 2023, , Pages 765-781

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10429579

Abstract
  This study examines the influence of the Nigeria Agriculture Promotion Policy (APP) on the economic performance of small-scale palm oil marketers in Edo State. Employing a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 110 palm oil markers across 11 local government areas (LGAs) in three senatorial ...  Read More

Economics
Reporters Without Borders and Tourism Industry in Southwest Asian Countries

Seyyed Mohammad Ghaem Zabihi; Narges Salehnia; Fatemeh Akbari

Volume 10, Issue 10 , October 2023, , Pages 782-805

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10429650

Abstract
  Governmental and non-governmental organizations and experts have focused on media freedom and reforms in the last two decades. The present study examines the impact of Reporters Without Borders on the profit of the tourism sector in selected countries in Southwest Asia from 2012 to 2018. It investigates ...  Read More

Economics
Calendar Anomalies: A Case Study of the Vietnam’s Stock Market

Hoang Thi Du; Nguyen Xuan Tho

Volume 10, Issue 10 , October 2023, , Pages 861-874

Abstract
  This study empirically investigated the existence of Calendar effects by using closing daily data for the Vietnam index (VN-index) before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. Daily returns of the VN-Index from 2 January 2018 to 12 August 2022 are used in this study to ascertain calendar anomalies in Ho ...  Read More

Economics
Modelling Petroleum Prices in Tanzania: A Comparative Analysis between ARIMA and Holt’s Method

Laban Gasper; George Andwilile Abrahamu

Volume 10, Issue 9 , September 2023, , Pages 644-657

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10064237

Abstract
  Petroleum is one of the vital sources of energy for economic activities and the most traded commodity worldwide. It is crucial to industry and civilization and as it meets a substantial portion of the world's energy requirements, it has a big impact on global politics and intergovernmental relations. ...  Read More

Economics
Corporate Governance Mechanisms and Financial Performance: Evidence from the Listed Bank in Bangladesh

Md. Nasirul Islam; Farha Siddique; Abu Hurira

Volume 10, Issue 9 , September 2023, , Pages 717-733

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10139357

Abstract
  The determination of this research is to investigate the level to which the regulations governing professional authority have an influence on the efficiency of the banking sector in Bangladesh. In this study, we selected 100 (one hundred) sample from commercial banks from 2017 to 2021 years, respectively. ...  Read More

Economics
Modelling Consumer Price Index in Tanzania: Holt Winter’s Approach

Laban Gasper; Enid Kebby Ernest

Volume 10, Issue 8 , August 2023, , Pages 538-550

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8418331

Abstract
  Consumer price index (CPI) is a socioeconomic statistic that tracks changes over time in the average price of consumer goods and services such as household purchases of fuel, transportation, food and so on that consumers buy, use, or pay for. The purchasing power of everyone is impacted by rising costs, ...  Read More

Economics
A SARIMA Model for Forecasting Consumer Price Index in Tanzania

Laban Gasper

Volume 10, Issue 8 , August 2023, , Pages 574-588

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8420457

Abstract
  People must be well-informed on market swings in today's difficult economic times in order to cut excessive spending. Rising expenditures in a variety of sectors, including business, education, and healthcare can be burdensome for consumers, and accurate forecasting of household is necessary given the ...  Read More

Economics
Technical Efficiency of Community Clinics in Kushtia, Bangladesh: A Nonparametric DEA Analysis

Nilufar Easmin; Abu Hurira

Volume 10, Issue 5 , May 2023, , Pages 339-359

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8062689

Abstract
  The healthcare industry is well aware of the issue of limited resources. By properly managing available resources, waste may be minimized. Bangladesh is a developing nation with limited resources, hence it is essential to estimate technical efficiency in this circumstance. Health care efficiency in the ...  Read More

Economics
Investigating the Effect of the Increase in Living Costs on the Age of Marriage in Iran (2021-2022)

Mohammad Lashkari; Farahnaz Jahanbakhsh

Volume 10, Issue 4 , April 2023, , Pages 240-259

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7955775

Abstract
  This article examines the effect of the increase in the cost of living on the age of marriage in Iran. Age of marriage, reproductive age and number of children are used as dependent variables and income, unemployment and living expenses are used as independent variables in this article. The required ...  Read More

Economics
The Role of Budget Deficit and Government Debt in Financing-Economic Growth of Selected Developing Countries

Seyed Valiallah Mirhoseyni; Mohammd Reza Montazeri; Marzeya ShahVali

Volume 10, Issue 4 , April 2023, , Pages 284-296

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7965707

Abstract
  Investigation of budget deficit and government debt relationship with economic growth is one of the important topics in macroeconomic literature; Hence, the present study examined the role of budget deficit and government debt on financing the economic growth in 40 developing countries between 2010-2019. ...  Read More

Economics
An Investigation of the Relationship Between Life Expectancy at Birth and Economic Growth in Developing Countries

Seyed Valiallah Mirhoseyni; Ebrahim Bahraminia; Firozeh Nori

Volume 10, Issue 3 , March 2023, , Pages 190-205

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7911816

Abstract
  This study aimed to investigate the relationship between life expectancy at birth and economic growth in developing countries. The Document and Library review was used to collect data. Then, the relevant information was extracted from the World Bank website. The necessary information was collected through ...  Read More

Economics
Rural Infrastructure and Its Impact on Agricultural Production in Bangladesh: A Case Study on Kushtia Sadar Upazila

Rimon Kumar; Saikat Pande

Volume 10, Issue 2 , February 2023, , Pages 106-121

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7749551

Abstract
  Agriculture is one of the most important sectors and driving factors of the economy of Bangladesh, which plays a significant role in the prosperity of large rural communities by increasing productivity, income, and creating employment. Presently, this sector has faced a severe challenge in its production, ...  Read More

Economics
Investigating the Long-run Influences of Human Capital on Innovation and Economic Growth in MENA Countries

Seyed Valiallah Mirhoseyni; Seyed Hosein Izadi; Leila Mohammad Ghader

Volume 10, Issue 2 , February 2023, , Pages 122-134

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7760603

Abstract
  Human capital is supposed to be an important factor in innovation and economic development. However, the long-run influence of human capital on current innovation and economic development is still unclear, in particular in the MENA region. Therefore, the present study is to investigate the long-run influence ...  Read More

Economics
Mixed Duopoly, Privatization and Subsidization: Complementary Goods

Kazuhiro Ohnishi

Volume 10, Issue 2 , February 2023, , Pages 149-156

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7790265

Abstract
  This paper uses a mixed market model in which a state-owned public firm and a private firm produce complementary goods and reassesses the welfare effects of production subsidies. The paper examines four regimes: mixed and private duopoly, each with and without subsidies. In the regimes without subsidies, ...  Read More

Economics
Studying the Impact of Exchange Rate Fluctuations on Tax Revenues in Iran's Economy

Seyed Valiallah Mirhoseyni; Seyed Hossein Izadi; Abas Rahimi

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 87-105

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7699086

Abstract
  One of the most significant sources of government funding that has an impact on social and economic trends is tax income. One of the most significant elements impacting macroeconomic variables, particularly tax income, are exchange rate swings. In this regard, the current study has looked at the impact ...  Read More

Economics
Globalization and Income Inequality in Nigeria

Idongesit Edem Udoh; Ubong Edem Effiong; John Polycarp Ekpe

Volume 9, Issue 12 , December 2022, , Pages 822-847

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7558266

Abstract
  The main objective of this study was to empirically examine the influence of globalization on income inequality in Nigeria from 1986 to 2021. The income inequality was represented by the Gini coefficient while globalization was measured by key indices like foreign direct investment, remittances, and ...  Read More

Economics
Factors Affecting Income from Fish Pindang Businesses in Mlaten and Kedawang Villages, Pasuruan Regency, Indonesia

Ade Herawan; Agnes Quartina Pudjiastuti; Nur Ida Iriani

Volume 9, Issue 11 , November 2022, , Pages 719-733

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7426299

Abstract
  People of Pasuruan Regency seize market opportunities for fishery commodities by conducting fish pemindangan (processing) businesses. The study aims to analyze factors that affect income of the fish pindang business in Mlaten and Kedawang Village, Pasuruan Regency. The research respondents were all fish ...  Read More

Economics
Problems and Prospects of Handloom Industries: A Regional Study

Saikat Pande

Volume 9, Issue 11 , November 2022, , Pages 734-748

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7433077

Abstract
  The handloom textile industry, one of the significant labor-contributing industries in Bangladesh, provides income and employment opportunities for a sizable section of rural labor. However, in recent years, the handloom textile industry has been experiencing several problems in its production. The residents ...  Read More

Economics
Potential Development of Mini-Scale Shrimp Aquaculture in Plastic Ponds in Pasuruan Regency, Indonesia

Wakhid Setiyantoro; Agnes Quartina Pudjiastuti; Cakti Indra Gunawan

Volume 9, Issue 10 , October 2022, , Pages 616-631

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7324806

Abstract
  Vannamei shrimp farming on a mini-scale plastic pond ("busmetik") in Pasuruan Regency has been implemented since 2015. This study aims to analyze financial feasibility and potential for busmetik development in this region. The research was conducted in three sub-districts with a population of 120 farmers. ...  Read More

Economics
Peoples Income and Consumption Pattern during & before COVID-19 Pandemic: A Study in the Northern Areas of Bangladesh

Mohammad Nazmus Sakib; Abu Hurira; Md Ariful Islam

Volume 9, Issue 10 , October 2022, , Pages 653-668

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7330163

Abstract
  The SARS COV2 pandemic hits the life and livelihoods of millions and consequently slows down the world economy. The pandemic hits hard the specific social groups due to travel restrictions/bans and other regulations that affect their income and consumption patterns. The goal of this paper is to find ...  Read More

Economics
The Relation between Gold Price Movement and Bitcoin Investment Sentiment

Nastaran Shahvari

Volume 9, Issue 9 , September 2022, , Pages 566-582

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7179948

Abstract
  Considering the emotional behavior of investors in the cryptocurrency market, this paper comprehensively explores the sophisticated relationship between Bitcoin investor sentiment and gold price movements. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of the gold price on investor sentiment of Bitcoin ...  Read More

Economics
Investigating the Role of Households’ Health Care Expenditures on the Iranian Households’ Welfare Using DSGE Framework

Hamid Izadi

Volume 9, Issue 8 , August 2022, , Pages 505-516

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7028256

Abstract
  Nowadays, the study of the share of households' health expenditures in their total consumption expenditures and its impact on the well-being of households and society has become an important issue as it is applied in policy and planning by government officials. This paper aims to examine the impact of ...  Read More

Economics
Corporate Social Responsibility and Reaction Functions of Labor-Managed Firms with Lifetime Employment as Strategic Commitment

Kazuhiro Ohnishi

Volume 9, Issue 8 , August 2022, , Pages 542-549

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7028374

Abstract
  This paper examines an oligopoly game model with a concave demand function where labor-managed firms compete in quantities with each other. There is no possibility of entry or exit. The timing of the game is as follows. In the first stage, each labor-managed firm simultaneously and independently chooses ...  Read More