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The Relationship between CSR initiatives and non-financial performance of listed companies in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2020) Radido, T. O.
The role of business in the present day has significantly changed from being profit focused to being socially responsible. According to Rouf (20 II) this has been as a result of the continuous interaction between the business and the community. This is perceived in terms of the impact the business has on the environment they operate in. Corporate Social Responsibility means initiatives to assess and take responsibility for the company's effect on the environment and the social welfare of the surrounding community (Porter & Kramer, 2006). Corporate social responsibility plays a pivotal role to help firms balance their economic, social and environmental imperatives. The fundamental idea of CSR is that businesses corporations have an obligation to work towards meeting the needs of a wide array of stakeholders. In addition, CSR is a set of management practices that ensures the company maximizes the positive impact of its operations on society or operating in a manner that meets or exceeds the legal, ethical, commercial and public expectation that society has for business c. The current debate is that corporations should transition from a state of mere compliance to an engagement; from harm minimization to value creation (Jamali &Mirshak, 2007). It is worth noting that developing countries do not share the same cultural and societal values, norms and priorities that underpin CSR in western nations. There is some anxiety that CSR continues to legitimize and reproduce values and perspectives that are not in the interest of developing economies. This is in terms of companies confronted with the challenge of how to balance the desire for global integration with the need for local responsiveness.
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Effects of mobile phone services on the financial performance of Micro and Small Businesses (MSB's} in Madaraka Ward of Nairobi County
(Strathmore University, 2020) Oduor, M. O.
Technology has greatly evolved over the years with several innovations being done across the sector with an aim of catering to the general need of the larger population. This development has facilitated the encroachment of mobile services across the globe which has in tum come with its own benefits. As a result, use of mobile has ended up penetrating into every sector worth notably the microfinance sector. Developments have been done to ensure business is enhanced through facilitation of smooth and quick transfer of funds and information among other services. However, Small and micro businesses have been a focus since their need are widely ignored impacting their performance. However, Mobile phone services have had notable impact on the financial performance of these small and micro businesses. This study sought to investigate the Effects of mobile phone services on the financial performance of small and micro businesses in Madaraka ward of Nairobi County. The objectives were to assess the effect of mobile phone money, loan, savings and communication services on the financial performance of Micro and Small business in Madaraka Ward. Besides, it also investigated the challenges faced by mobile money services and how they impact the financial performance of small business. The methodology adopted use of Descriptive research design. The population of the study was 2,367 business within Madaraka ward but a sample of 96 formed the basis of the size to focus on by employing the Random Sampling Method. Data collection was done through survey method by administering questionnaires. Descriptive data analysis techniques were used in the analysis, and they include decoding of data in tables with frequency distribution, percentages, mean and mode. A multiple regression model was used to determine the correlation of the independent variables. The data collected was sampled and analysed used the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24 software. Descriptive statistics was employed through means and standard deviations. Further a multiple linear regression analysis was employed and the findings showed that Mobile phone loans and mobile phone savings services had a major significant effect on the financial performance of MSB' s in Madaraka ward. The study further recommended the mobilization of small businesses to adopt and employ Mobile phone use in their operation of their businesses.
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The Relationship between interim dividend change and share price of listed firms at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2020) Odundo, M. C.
One of the most contentious debates in finance history is on the influence of dividends on share price of listed firms. Key among the decisions considered on this issue is to determine how much dividends is to be paid to shareholders. Maximising shareholders wealth still is a critical factor and this study investigated how change in interim dividends impacts on share price and the influence it has on investor's wealth. It also sought to determine the relationship that exists between the two variables (interim dividends & share price). Using interim dividends as independent variable and stock price as a dependent variable, this research aimed at deriving a clearer conclusion on this topic that previous researchers have failed to agree upon. Secondary data collected from the Nairobi Securities Exchange for the period between 2014 and 2018 will be used in this research. Data analysis methods such as trend analysis and analysis of variance were also used to determine nature and strength the relationship respectively. This study is of importance because it guides managers and investors on the importance of interim dividends and the resulting effect it has on prices of shares. The researcher found a positive significant relationship between announcement of change in interim dividend and share price of listed firms in the NSE. The researcher recommended that further studies should be made regarding non- financial factors in firms that can influence the share price and also that they should increase the time period of their research for more comprehensive results.
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Causes of nonperforming loans in microfinance banks in Nairobi, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2020) Gichuki, F. W.
This study seeks to determine the causes of nonperforming loans in microfinance banks in Nairobi, Kenya. While microfinance may be revolutionary in changing non-bankable peoples lives for the better, it is essential to study the causes of non-performing loans due to the huge costs and losses that may result from them. Hence the study assessed borrower factors, loan factors and business factors to find out the extent to which they affect loan non-performance. The study employed descriptive research design. There exist 13 microfinance banks in Kenya, and from the 13, the researcher was able to get data from 7. A total of 31 respondents gave feedback through questionnaires. The data was then analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, Version 25). Tables and figures were used in data presentation. Mean, standard deviation and percentages were used in data analysis. According to the findings, borrower characteristics of age and gender had high influence on loan non-perf01mance while education level had no significant influence. All loan and business characteristics had significant influence on loan performance. Following the study, recommendations were made. Microfinance Banks should have rigorous screening processes to ensure that only credit worthy individuals and businesses gain access to loans. First, credit officers and recovery managers should mandatorily follow up with borrowers on loan utilization and repayment. This will enable them to closely monitor loan performance, such that non-performing loans can be easily identified, and corrective measures taken. Second, training borrowers on loan clauses, how to calculate repayment instalments monitor, personal finance management and saving will reduce default rates. Lastly, banks can introduce a merit system to award/motivate those that pay on time. Rewards can be in the form of a rebate or discount. Further research should be carried out on systemic factors influencing loan performance.
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Capital structure and firm's profitability: study on the banking sector in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2020) Ungwano, S.
This study dwells on the impact of capital structure on the firm's profitability based on the banks institutions operating in Kenya. The study will examine the listed banks in Kenya. There are numerous studies carried in Kenya on consequence of capital combinations on the firm profitability but most of them focused on the Micro finance businesses, industrial organizations and allied sectors. Banks operates differently from other financial sectors in general, hence banking sector should be properly distinguished from other firms that provide funds. Banks have unique regulations of operating and high leverage which makes them to be different from the rest of other firms in the market. Secondly, studies done pertaining significance of combination of capital of the banks listed in Kenya were very few. As we all know that Banks are among the key pillars financial providers and economy promoters, had to be studied. Due to the few research done to evaluate the effect of capital structure on banks profitability created the research gap. Furthermore, outcomes shall be of assistance to the banks managers when making decision on choosing the firms' capital structure, investors in making decision on their investments and Scholars who can use the findings to further this research. Debt, retained earnings as well as the equity were the independent variable used while Return on Asset and Return on Equity as dependent variables in this research. Descriptive design was utilized. This research utilized the secondary data where financial statements for the period 2005-2007 and 2010-2013 were sampled. The regression analysis results showed debt with equity had an adverse and significant relationship with banks profitability.