Good Corporate Governance Practices Research Articles

Corporate Governance Dynamics and Financial Performance: Analysis of Listed Commercial Banks in the Ghanaian Context"

This study aims to determine the effect of corporate governance on the financial performance of 14 listed commercial banks in Ghana. The research employs a panel data set from 2008 to 2020 to examine how board size, ownership structure, board independence, capital adequacy ratio, audit committee effectiveness, board gender diversity, and overall corporate governance score affect ROA and ROE for banks. These relationships are analyzed using Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression within the framework of panel data analysis. Results indicate that ROA is positively related to board size, board independence, audit committee, and Board gender diversity. Also, ROE is positively influenced by companies’ ownership structure, capital adequacy ratio, audit committee effectiveness, and overall corporate employment governance rating. However, there is a significant negative correlation between ROE and women’s representation or board gender diversity. Also, another key finding is that both Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE) are significantly affected by debt and debt-to-equity ratios. This indicates that banks borrowing more have reduced profitability, underlining the need for a well-managed capital structure and no over-reliance on loans. This study contributes to the understanding of the relationship between corporate governance and performance in the banking sector of Ghana, emphasizing that high-quality governance systems can improve and enhance financial performance. The insight gained from this analysis shows that Banks should aim towards good corporate governance practices such as; maintaining proper board size, promoting greater board independence, ensuring efficient audit procedures, and encouraging more gender diversity to enhance profitability. The outcomes also emphasized a well-built base of capital and concentrated ownership, enabling better financial results.The outcomes of this research are useful to Ghanaian policymakers, regulators, and bank executives who view the need for strong corporate governance environments to buttress the stability and growth of the banking sector.

The Effect of The Application of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) Principles on Job Satisfaction and Employee Performance

The application of good corporate governance principles is vital in all companies, particularly in the banking sector. This study examines the impact of good corporate governance on job satisfaction and employee performance, as well as the relationship between job satisfaction and employee performance. Public trust in state-owned banks is higher than that of private banks, making BNI an interesting case study. BNI, as the only state-owned bank operating globally, is known for its good corporate governance practices, as evidenced by its high CGPI score. This study focuses on permanent employees of BNI's Regional Office 15 in East Jatinegara, Jakarta. A survey was conducted among 125 respondents using SEM PLS. The results show that good corporate governance principles positively affect job satisfaction and employee performance, but job satisfaction does not directly impact employee performance. This research contributes to managerial implications, suggesting that companies can redesign positions, promotions, salaries, or rewards to enhance job satisfaction among employees. The findings of this study are expected to provide insights for managers to improve employee satisfaction and performance by implementing good corporate governance practices.

The “comply or explain” principle in corporate governance statements in Poland

Purpose: Each entity that submits a corporate governance statement is required to indicate the principles that it did not apply and to explain the circumstances and reasons for not applying them. The objective of this article is to assess the scope of corporate governance reporting in Poland, with a particular focus on the areas where companies deviated from applying corporate governance principles.Methodology/approach: The study involved 280 corporate governance statements made by 140 listed companies on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE-LCs). The time scope of the study covers the years 2020–2021, as in that period, the scope of applying good practices of corporate governance was changed at the WSE. In addition to the content analysis of corporate governance statements, the study also applied the following research methods: bibliometric analysis, a critical review of the literature, comparative analysis, as well as induction and synthesis methods used in formulating the conclusions.Findings: The results of our empirical research demonstrate that the companies took various approaches to reporting their corporate governance obligations. In 2020, the full application of Best Practices for WSE-LCs was declared by only five companies, and in 2021, only four. This means that the other companies departed from applying them to a smaller or larger extent. While the Best Practices for WSE-LCs 2016 included only one recommendation and eight detailed principles from which at least 20% of the companies deviated, with regard to Best Practices for WSE-LCs 2021 that number was as many as 14 principles. This makes it possible to conclude that the 2021 amendment of the corporate governance good practices code affected the implementation of the “com-ply or explain” principle compared to the previous year.Originality/value: This article fits into the current trend of research on non-financial reporting, in particular, changes to the application of corporate governance principles. The article also fills a research gap, defining the key areas of departures from applying corporate governance principles, which were identified for Polish listed companies. The results may be of interest to both academia and the examined entities.

Selected Leadership Styles and Corporate Governance: Literature Review on Relationship Perspective

This article provides comprehensive literature analyses of the relationship between selected contemporary/modern leadership styles and Corporate Governance (CG). Do leaders apply appropriate CG as they exercise their leadership styles? Therefore, the paper underscores that a good leadership style embraces good CG. Selected leadership styles such as; transformational, transactional, servant, and authentic leadership, have an impact on CG on aspects such as; stakeholder rights, composition of the board of directors, shareholder’s behavior, management practices, organizational policies, and regulations. The Postulated theories of CG such as; agency theory, stewardship theory, stakeholder theory, and resource dependency theory are explored. The literature findings signify the efficacy and predominance of effective leadership styles in shaping good CG practices and the need for appropriate mechanisms that support and enhance effective leadership.

Corporate Governance and Banking Stability in the MENA Region

This study investigates the determinants of banking stability through a comprehensive analysis of various financial and governance factors. Employing a panel regression approach, we examine the impact of key accounting variables, including capital adequacy ratio, return on assets, non-performing loans, bank size, and gross domestic product, as well as governance factors, covering board composition, audit quality, women on board, and the presence of risk committees, on the stability of banks operating in the MENA region between 2009 and 2020. Our findings reveal that most of these variables have a positive impact on banking stability. However, non-performing loans and the presence of independent directors on the board exhibit a negative relationship with banking stability. Therefore, it is found that banks under consideration maintain stability in tandem with good corporate governance practices and economic expansion, thereby positively influencing the MENA banking sector. The study recommends researchers to delve deeper into the complex relationships between these variables and banking stability and suggests that future studies explore additional factors that might impact the stability of banks in the MENA region.

The Influence of Energy Consumption on Company’s Carbon Emissions; Is GCG Capable of Reducing The Carbon Emissions, Research on State-Owned Enterprises in Indonesia

The escalating global temperature resulting from climate change demands urgent attention. Carbon gas pollution, a leading contributor to climate change, induces a greenhouse gas effect. This study aims to assess the influence of Energy Consumption on Carbon Emissions generated by companies. Additionally, it explores the relationships between Carbon Emissions and other variables, including Good Corporate Governance (GCG) practices, Profitability, Size, and Debt Ratios of companies, utilizing an analytical framework model for regression analysis. The research relies on data extracted from annual and sustainability reports of 31 State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) in Indonesia spanning the years 2018 to 2022. The findings underscore that GCG Practices, Debt Ratios, Size, and Energy Consumption exert a direct impact on environmental performance. In contrast, Profitability does not demonstrate a direct influence on the magnitude of Carbon Emissions produced. The empirical evidence indicates uncertainty in the results when compared with other studies examining factors influencing company performance.

The impact of corporate social responsibility on firm financial performance: does corporate governance matter?

Purpose This study investigated how corporate social responsibility (CSR) impacts financial performance (FP) and examined the moderated role of corporate governance (CG). In particular, this paper aims to empirically examine the impact of CG on the relationship between CSR and FP. Design/methodology/approach This study was based on a sample of 200 firms over 2010/2021. The direct and moderating effects were tested by using multiple regression techniques. Findings The empirical findings indicated that companies with higher levels of CSR reporting invested more effectively than companies with lower CSR reporting levels. The empirical analysis suggested two main findings: CSR has a significant effect on FP, and this relationship depends on CG practices. This research presents new evidence that improves the discussion around CSR involvement and FP in French firms. Then, this research shows that CG positively moderates the impact of CSR on corporate FP. Originality/value These findings may be of interest to academic researchers, practitioners and regulators interested in discovering dividend policies, FP and CSR. The findings may interest different stakeholders, policymakers and regulatory bodies interested in enhancing CG initiatives to strengthen CSR because it suggests implementing a broadly accepted framework of good CG practices to meet the demand for greater transparency and accountability.

Board diversity and value creation for business sustainability

The primary objective of a firm is not the creation of profit; it is the creation of value for shareholders. Corporations need to be innovative to create value, and this entails the need for corporations to embark on research and development (R&D) endeavors. This study’s objective is to determine the impact of Malaysian publicly listed companies’ board diversity (qualification, gender, and age) on the intensity of companies’ R&D investment. In conjunction with the 2017 Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance’s, which took on a new approach that promotes board diversity in corporate governance culture, samples were selected from the Minority Shareholders Watch Group ’s Malaysia: List of Top 100 Companies Overall CG & Performance (By Rank) from 2017-2019, which portrayed good corporate governance practices. The agency theory and the resource-based view were integrated to explain the effects of board diversity on R&D investment. Tests and analysis were conducted, and the results indicated that only age diversity had a positive influence on R&D investment. Practitioners could use the findings of this study to choose the ideal board composition for a company looking to gain a competitive edge. Regulators could also use this study to develop good corporate governance procedures for Malaysian publicly traded companies. The findings of this study may not truly portray the overall industries listed in Bursa Malaysia, as the samples used were limited and the data of certain companies was unavailable.

The impact of credit risk on market discipline: Exploring the moderating role of corporate governance through Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) analysis in banking companies

High credit risk poses a significant threat to banks, underscoring the necessity to examine the effectiveness of good corporate governance in mitigating such risks. This study aims to assess the impact of credit risk, represented by non-performing loans (NPLs), on market discipline, reflected through deposit growth, and the moderating role of good corporate governance, focusing on board size and institutional ownership, in this dynamic. Data for the study were sourced from the financial reports of banking companies on their official websites, IDN Financial, and the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The study used a purposive sampling method to analyze a sample comprising 30 banking companies and yielded 300 observations. The research methodology involved dynamic panel regression analysis using the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) technique. The findings reveal that non-performing loans negatively impact deposit growth. However, it was also found that board size and institutional ownership could positively moderate the adverse effects of non-performing loans on deposit growth. This suggests that market discipline, manifesting as a reduction in deposits and an escalation in credit risk within the Indonesian banking sector, can be effectively managed and mitigated through the strategic implementation of good corporate governance practices, particularly by optimizing board size and enhancing institutional ownership. These mechanisms enable more robust market discipline, contributing to better credit risk management and promoting healthier deposit growth.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL SECTOR IN MALAYSIA

The introduction of the Malaysian Code of Corporate Governance has been progressively updated since its inception in the year 2000 and the latest update in the year 2021, proves that the government of Malaysia has been serious in regulating to ensure that the companies in Malaysia have been compliant with good corporate governance practices. Observing that it is an evergreen issue and to have more updated research, this study evaluates factors that could influence the effectiveness of corporate governance of five pharmaceutical companies listed in Malaysia and its relationship with the financial performance for the period of 2017 - 2021. The methodologies that have been employed for this study are descriptive statistics, non-parametric correlations, scatter plots and regression linear. The findings reveal that variables of board size, board independence, and disclosure of sustainability reports have correlations with the financial performance measured by the return on assets. However, the disclosure of sustainability reports is the only variable that has a significant correlation with ROA whereas board size and board independence do not possess similar relationships. For a better representation of the results’ precision and robust findings, it is recommended to have a longer study period than five years and a larger sample size by extending it to other sectors.

Do Financial Performance and Corporate Governance Effect on Firm Value: Evidence from Manufacturing Sector

This study attempts to investigate, either partially or simultaneously, the effects of Financial Performance as determined by Profitability, Solvency, liquidity well, and Good Corporate Governance, as decided by the Audit Committee on Firm Value and the Independent Board of Commissioners. The study approach is quantitative and makes use of secondary data-manufacturing firms registered on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The population in this study is made up of 143 manufacturing firms. In the interim, the sample for this study was chosen through the technique of purposeful sampling. The analysis method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The Kolmogrof-Smirnof test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test, t-test, and coefficient of determination test were all employed in this investigation. The study's findings demonstrate that the factors Independent Board of Commissioners, Profitability, Solvency, Liquidity, and Audit Committee each partially positively impact firm value. Managerial implications related to the influence of financial performance and good corporate governance are increased focus on financial performance, increased transparency and disclosure of information, implementation of good corporate governance practices, and risk and compliance management. The valuation of the firm is key in the transfer of business decisions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and stock offerings.

The Effect of Good Corporate Governance on Company Performance with Corporate Social Responsibility as a Moderating Variable

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Good Corporate Governance on Company Performance with Corporate Social Responsibility as a Moderating Variable. This research is an Empirical Study of Manufacturing Companies Listed on the IDX for the 2017-2022 Period. The method used in this research is quantitative method. Empirical analysis can involve collecting company financial data, including Good Corporate Governance practices that may be measured by certain methods (such as accruals or other qualitative methods), as well as Company Performance data that can be calculated and Corporate Social Responsibility data as a Moderating Variable. After the data is collected, statistical analysis such as linear regression may be used to test the relationship between Good Corporate Governance variables on Company Performance With Corporate Social Responsibility As A Moderating Variable. The results of this study indicate that Good Corporate Governance practices have a negative effect on financial performance, Corporate Social Responsibility has a positive effect on financial performance, simultas Good Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility have a significant effect on financial performance.

Creating sustainable public private partnerships through corporate governance in the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)

Governments of Sub Saharan African (SSA) countries have struggled to successfully invest in capital intensive projects. As such, public private partnerships play a key role in redefining the role of Government in the context of infrastructure projects, by focusing on supervision and regulation and moving away from direct ownership and management. Sub Saharan African countries have seen such inclusive partnerships yielding some numerous benefits in different sectors. However, despite the salubrious benefits that PPPs have brought in different projects, PPPs in SSA countries are still dogged by a myriad of administrative, technical, financial and legal challenges. These corporate governance related challenges have made it difficult for these SSA governments to glean the full benefits of PPPs. The study is informed by the qualitative methodology with an extensive review of literature. Data was gathered from purposively selected written documents and these documents were analysed using thematic and content analysis techniques. The study established that there are some corporate governance deficiencies in most PPP projects in the SSA countries. Additionally, most of these public projects in the SSA lack adequate good corporate governance attention that is given to the PPP procedures and processes involved. The study therefore recommends that there is need for the full adoption of good corporate governance systems, practices, processes and procedures in the PPPs designing, financing, implementation and operationalisation in SSA.

THE POST COVID EFFECT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE ON FIRM PERFORMANCE: A STUDY ON PRIVATE COMMERCIAL BANK IN BANGLADESH

Due to extensive corporate disgraces and catastrophes around the globe, there has been a transformed attention in the influence of corporate governance (CG) and firm performance (FP). The mainstream of research concerning CG and its effect on FP has been assumed in developed markets and countries, mostly the US and UK, but somewhat little indication is provided in the developing countries like Bangladesh. This report has examined the impact of corporate governance mechanisms on firm performance from Bangladesh’s perspective. This study primarily employs agency theory that indicates that the firms with strong corporate governance outperform firms with weaker governance. We used Board Size, Board composition, board expertise and CEO chair duality as variables of CG and EPS, ROA, and ROE as indicators of FP. We collected information from the managers, senior managers, and CFOs of private financial institutions (commercial banks) in Bangladesh for 2022-2023 financial years. The results reveal that size, composition and expertise of board could extremely influence FP positively whereas CEO chair duality could influence negatively. The outcomes of the analyses advocated that firms that comply with good corporate governance practices can expect to achieve higher return on assets and firm performance. It implies that worthy corporate governance applies lead to reduce the various costs inside the organization. Hence, it is concluded that firms of the developing world can possibly enhance their performance by implementing decent corporate governance practices. Therefore, it is desired for firm to separate CEO chair duality to achieve better performance through direct management supervision in Bangladesh.

Board attributes, risk management and financial performance: Insights from Iraq

Purpose: This study examines how good corporate governance practices and the establishment of risk management committees reduce investors’ risks and improve performance. Research Methodology: Data stream and annual reports were used to acquire secondary data for all 21 banks listed on the Iraqi Stock Exchange between 2019 and 2021, totalling 63 firm-year observations. Data were analyzed using Stata version 15. Results: The data show that board size and independence have strong negative relationships with bank performance. The financial knowledge of the board and independence of the risk management committee had minor positive relationships with performance. Limitations: This study examines board size, independence, financial expertise, and the presence of a risk management committee. Other factors that may impact bank performance include the type of ownership structure, audit committee, and the application of additional financial performance indicators such as Tobin’s Q. Future research could expand to encompass these factors. Contribution: This study aims to provide valuable insights to the Iraqi government and regulators, aiding them in formulating new policies and deliberating on issues related to corporate governance concerning bank performance. It is well-established that both shareholders and companies rely on robust corporate governance mechanisms, especially as a means of augmenting bank value Novelty: The presence of a risk management committee reduces managers' discretion to engage in opportunistic behavior. This study educates regulators on the importance of firms having sound corporate governance and separate and active risk management committees to improve internal control.

Implementation of BUMN Minister Regulation Number 09/MBU/2012 Implementation of Good Corporate Governance in Bumida Insurance Companies

This research aims to determine the implementation of regulation-09/MBU/2012 concerning the Implementation of Good Corporate Governance in Bumida general insurance companies. The type of research used is empirical using statutory, conceptual and sociological approaches. The source of legal materials used is secondary data consisting of primary, secondary and tertiary legal materials and primary data. Based on the research results, it is known that the arrangements used in implementing the principles of implementing good corporate governance in Indonesia are regulated in the Minister of State-Owned Enterprises Regulation number PER-01/MBU/2011 with amendments to PER-09/MBU/2012 concerning the Implementation of Good Corporate Governance in State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN). Furthermore, the principles for implementing good corporate governance in Indonesia are strictly regulated through the Decree of the Minister of BUMN Number Kep-117/M-MBU/2002 concerning the Implementation of Good Corporate Governance Practices in State-Owned Enterprises ( BUMN) which was then refined by Minister of State for BUMN Regulation Number: PER-09/MBU/2012 and Bumida has implemented good corporate governance as proven by the existence of an ISO certificate, if there is an ISO certificate it means it has been checked and has implemented the implementation of corporate governance which is good, the Mataram branch of Bumida Insurance is transparent on the financial side because it is a non-banking financial company. Bumida entered the FKLJK forum (financial services institution communication forum) which is directly supervised by the OJK.

The adoption of good Corporate Governance practices by small and medium-sized

This study examines the adoption of good practices of corporate governance and the intensity of such practices in family small and medium enterprises (SMEs). We developed and tested our theoretical framework using survey data from Brazilian enterprises and factorial analysis and logistic regression. The results suggest that knowledge of benefits from corporate governance drives family enterprises to employ high levels of good practices of corporate governance while some managers features drives family enterprises to employ low levels of such practices. On the other hand, managers features can contribute to family enterprises employ low levels of good practices of corporate governance. We extend the discussion regarding antecedents of good practices of corporate governance employed by family enterprises and why some of them intensify corporate governance adoption more than others do. Likewise, we offer a wider perspective, theoretically and empirically, of antecedents of corporate governance mechanisms in family firms and the intensity of this adoption. Also, the study provides subsidies to managers make decisions regarding the employment of good practices of corporate governance in family enterprises and contributes to the improvement regarding the indexes of family enterprises mortality.

The role of good corporate governance and transformative big data analysis in improving company financial performance

The financial performance of a company reflects its ability to run and manage its operations while strictly adhering to prudent financial administration principles. Good financial performance often mirrors the implementation of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) principles in a company. The application of GCG provides a solid foundation for a company to conduct its operations transparently, ethically, and accountability. The objective of this research is to analyze the implementation of GCG and the capabilities of big data analysis on financial performance, as well as to examine the mediating role of big data analysis in the relationship between GCG and financial performance. The research method employed is quantitative, and data were obtained through a survey questionnaire distributed using a Likert Scale of 1-5. Random sampling was employed to select 258 samples from manufacturing companies that are State-Owned Enterprises (SOE/BUMN) listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (ISE/BEI). Data collection took place from March 2023 to May 2023. Respondents included staff and managers from these BUMN companies. The collected data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS software. The research findings indicate that GCG has a positive and significant influence on big data analysis, providing a foundation for digital transformation. Furthermore, GCG also contributes positively and significantly to the financial performance of the company. Big data analysis has proven to have a positive impact on financial performance, indicating the role of technology in optimizing financial results. Another interesting finding is that big data analysis mediates the relationship between GCG and financial performance, highlighting the crucial role of technology in connecting good corporate governance practices with optimal financial outcomes.

Corporate governance practices in a Parastatal: A case study of Zambia railways limited

The topic of corporate governance in firms and organisations has become a matter of serious concern among shareholders, regulators, and society. This study sought to assess the corporate governance practices of Zambian parastatals through a case study of Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL). The objectives of the study were to determine compliance with good corporate governance in terms of board structure and functions at the ZRL, to investigate challenges faced by ZRL in implementing good corporate governance practices and to explain the impact of ZRL's corporate governance structure on its operations. The study followed the mixed-method approach where data was collected using questionnaires and in-depth and semi-structured interviews. The case-study research design was employed. A convenient sample of 40 was employed. The study revealed that ZRL has a unitary board structure that is common in the Anglo-American model. The main challenges to good corporate governance include lack of internal controls, excessive political interference and lack of clear roles. The study further found that poor corporate governance negatively impacts operations. The study recommended for a very clear separation of the roles of shareholders and board of directors. The study also recommended for a clear legal framework. Besides, the research indicated the need for future research to investigate the role of Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) in the companies under its portfolio.

Good Corporate Governance, Stakeholders, and Sustainability Report Disclosure

Indonesia currently lacks a mandatory framework for sustainability reporting, with the existing reporting requirements focusing on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reports rather than comprehensive sustainability reporting. This situation has resulted in a significant gap in the disclosure of sustainability reports, as organizations often merely comply with CSR reporting obligations, neglecting broader sustainability considerations. In 2020, challenges in sustainability reporting were evident, particularly in the environmental, agrarian, and energy sectors. The Indonesian Forum for the Environment highlighted issues such as the overexploitation of energy resources for corporate profits and potential biases from the government in supporting energy and manufacturing markets, posing threats to sustainability reporting. This study investigates the influence of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) and stakeholder pressure on sustainability report disclosure. Utilizing a quantitative approach, the research focused on companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) operating in the energy, raw materials, industry, and infrastructure sectors, specifically those actively publishing sustainability reports. The data, extracted from sustainability reports available on the BEI website, underwent statistical multiple regression analysis. The findings reveal a significant positive impact of both good corporate governance and stakeholder pressure on sustainability report disclosure, accounting for 77.5%. The implications suggest that social pressure and GCG practices contribute to enhanced sustainability reporting, urging the government to establish more stringent regulations. Future research recommendations include expanding the sample size and incorporating additional variables.