Insignificant Results Research Articles

The Effect of the Work from Home Environment on Work-life Balance and Teachers’ Performance Moderated by Mindfulness Culture

This study aims to analyze the effect of the work from home (WFH) environment on work-life balance (WLB) and teachers’ performance with mindfulness culture as a moderating factor during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research focused on teachers at a private SPK school in Jakarta, with a study population of 134 individuals. A saturated sample technique was employed, and 87 respondents completed the questionnaire. This study was conducted from September to December 2022. The research data were processed and analyzed using SPSS 23 and SmartPLS 3.0. The findings indicate that the WFH environment has a positive and significant impact on teacher performance during the Covid-19 pandemic. Although the WFH environment also has a positive effect on WLB, the P-value shows insignificant results. Furthermore, WLB has a positive and significant influence on teacher performance during the pandemic. Mindfulness culture demonstrates a positive and significant effect on both WLB and teacher performance during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, mindfulness culture was unable to moderate the influence of the WFH environment and WLB on teacher performance. Mindfulness culture acts as a moderator predictor and functions solely as an independent variable.

COMPARISON OF HSP90 EXPRESSION IN CONJUNCTIVAL INTRAEPITHELIAL NEOPLASIA AND CONJUNCTIVAL SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA

Abstract
 Introduction & Objectives : Heat shock protein 90 (HSP90) participates in stabilizing and activating client proteins involved in malignant transformation. This study aims to determine whether there are different values for the expression of HSP90 in Conjunctival Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN) and Conjunctival Squamous Cell Carcinoma (CSCC).
 Methods : A total of 24 OSSN samples, including 15 cases of CIN and 9 cases of CSCC were evaluated. The immunohistochemical expression of HSP90 was assessed using a scoring system based on the percentage of positive staining of nuclear and cytoplasmic cells, then the intensity of staining was evaluated using the German Immunoreactive Score.
 Results : In the study, the average cytoplasmic Immunoreactive Score in CIN was 9.87 and CSCC was 16.89 with a significant result (p=0.007), while the average nuclear Immunoreactive Score in CIN was 11.30 and CSCC was 14.50 with insignificant results (p=0.274). The results of the correlation test showed that the cytoplasmic expression groups with low categories were all in CIN as much as 6 (100%) so they had a ratio of 6:0. and the high category of HSP90 cytoplasmic expression group was only found in CSCC as many as 2 (100%) samples with a ratio of 0:2. The results of the correlation test using the Pearson test obtained a significant correlation value (p=0.006) with a moderate correlation strength (r=0.545).
 Conclusion : There are differences in the expression of cytoplasmic and nuclear HSP90 but only the cytoplasmic expression of HSP90 is significantly associated with CIN and CSCC.

Tax Avoidance Dan Kepemilikan Institusional Terhadap Audit Delay Pada Perusahaan Sub-Sektor Minyak Dan Gas

There are still many delays in submitting financial reports to companies, this delay can have a negative impact on the company. In this study, the researchers re-examined the factors affecting the delay in financial reporting, taking into account other factors, namely tax evasion and institutional ownership. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of tax avoidance and institutional ownership on audit delay in oil and gas sub-sector companies. The method used in this research is quantitative using SPSS software. This research uses secondary data in the form of financial reports on the IDX with the object of research being oil and gas sub-sector companies with the period 2019 to 2021. financial reports, taking into account other factors, namely tax evasion and institutional ownership. financial statements, taking into account other factors, namely tax evasion and institutional ownership. The results of the study using the partial test (t test) show that the results of tax avoidance (X1) have significant results on audit delay, but institutional ownership (X2) has insignificant results on audit delay (Y). Based on the simultaneous test (f test) the tax avoidance variable (X1) and institutional ownership (X2) have a significant influence on audit delay (Y) in coal sub-sector companies in 2019-2021.

The Scientology of Hypothesis Testing in Empirical Research: Emphasizing Economic Significance

Over the decades, scientists across various disciplines have cautioned against the practice of over-emphasizing statistical significance at the expense of economic or practical significance. It seems that empirical researchers in the 21st century have not heeded the caution because meeting statistical significance targets continue to take precedence over the wider discovery and publication of scientifically objective findings. Statistically insignificant results are rarely reported, in part due to publication bias towards statistically significant findings. The survey finds that although large sample sizes are widely used in empirical economics and finance research, none of the surveyed papers adopted alternative methods of hypothesis testing, such as Bayesian methods. All of them explicitly or implicitly used the classical Fisher’s hypothesis testing methods. This study finds that discussions on economic significance in nearly all papers (almost 97% of papers) only wrote one sentence or two regarding the magnitude of the effect of the regressors and a declaration that the findings were economically significant. We recommend that to enhance research credibility, other methods of hypothesis testing such as Bayesian methods, should be adopted. Journal article publishers should encourage the publication of statistically insignificant empirical findings. Economic or practical significance should be emphasized and comprehensively discussed.

Enhancing Sustainable Banking Practices: Implementing the Besgi Framework to Indonesian Bank

Climate change, a global issue largely caused by human activities, is now beginning to be addressed by the G20, including financial institutions. Indonesia, as part of the G20, is implementing a sustainable finance program to improve the financing, durability, and competitiveness of financial services institutions. This study evaluates the adoption of sustainable banking practices in Indonesia within the context of global climate change initiatives. Using the Banks’ Environmental, Social, Governance, and Indirect Impact (BESGI) framework, which provides a comprehensive assessment of banks’ ESG performance using the Multidimensional Synthesis of Indicators (MSI) aggregation method. The BESGI performance of 14 Indonesian banks from 2020-2022 was assessed, revealing varying results of fluctuating data with Mandiri scoring the highest in year 2021 and BTN the lowest in year 2020. The findings indicate a growing emphasis on sustainable finance within the Indonesian banking sector in terms of financing and investment. The BESGI Score has insignificant results on banks’ performance and stability. However, further research is essential to comprehend the implications of these practices on the performance and stability of banks.

Exploring the impact of intensified multiple session tDCS over the left DLPFC on brain function in MCI: a randomized control trial

Transcranial direct current stimulation combined with cognitive training (tDCS-cog) represents a promising approach to combat cognitive decline among healthy older adults and patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). In this 5-day-long double-blinded randomized trial, we investigated the impact of intensified tDCS-cog protocol involving two trains of stimulation per day on working memory (WM) enhancement in 35 amnestic and multidomain amnestic MCI patients. Specifically, we focused to improve WM tasks relying on top-down attentional control and hypothesized that intensified tDCS would enhance performance of visual object matching task (VOMT) immediately after the stimulation regimen and at a 1-month follow-up. Secondarily, we explored whether the stimulation would augment online visual working memory training. Using fMRI, we aimed to elucidate the neural mechanisms underlying the intervention effects by analyzing BOLD activations during VOMT. Our main finding revealed no superior after-effects of tDCS-cog over the sham on VOMT among individuals with MCI as indicated by insignificant immediate and long-lasting after-effects. Additionally, the tDCS-cog did not enhance online training as predicted. The fMRI analysis revealed brain activity alterations in right insula that may be linked to tDCS-cog intervention. In the study we discuss the insignificant behavioral results in the context of the current evidence in tDCS parameter space and opening the discussion of possible interference between trained cognitive tasks.

Impact Study of Foreign Direct Investment on Carbon Dioxide Emission, Economic Growth, Trade Openness for India following ARDL Approach

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is instrumental in increasing growth and development in many countries. The development outcomes of FDI must also be analysed, considering the long-term holistic implications of economic growth and environmental implications. Environmental consequences of FDI need to be analysed to better understand the developmental potentials of FDI. The objective of this study is to analyse the equilibrium relationship among carbon dioxide emission, inward FDI, trade openness, and economic growth considering India by using an autoregressive distributed lag model. This model overcomes the effect of endogeneity and indicates that there is a strong cointegrating relation between all the variables with significant long-run effects for economic growth and trade openness and insignificant results with carbon dioxide emission and inward FDI.

Comparative evaluation of efficacy of 2% lidocaine containing adrenaline with and without hyaluronidase in inferior alveolar nerve blocks for patients requiring bilateral mandibular extractions

AbstractPurposeTo evaluate and compare the efficacy of 2% lidocaine containing adrenaline with and without hyaluronidase in inferior alveolar nerve blocks for patients requiring bilateral mandibular extractions.Patients and MethodsThis was the split‐mouth study conducted on 26 patients requiring bilateral mandibular teeth extraction. All the patients were assigned randomly to one of the two groups: (i) 2% lignocaine HCl + 1:2,00,000 adrenaline + hyaluronidase (75 IU) solution will be administered on one side which is the experimental side and (ii) 2% lignocaine HCl + 1:2,00,000 adrenaline solution on the other side is control side. In the first session, the patients randomly received the inferior alveolar nerve block with or without hyaluronidase in one side of the oral cavity. One week later, the same patient received the other technique which was not received in the first session. We also evaluated the onset, duration and need of any supplementary anaesthesia in both the groups.ResultsComparison of VAS score in the control group (2.73 ± 0.724) and experimental group (3 ± 0.693) showed statistically insignificant results (p = 0.177). Whereas the onset of local anaesthesia showed a statistically significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.001) mean of control group (2.73 ± 0.47) and experimental group (1.15 ± 0.23). Comparison of duration of anaesthesia showed a statistically significant difference (p < 0.001) with the mean duration of the experimental group being higher (106 ± 7.94) than the control group (86.27 ± 3.90). Comparison for the need for supplementary anaesthesia showed no statistically significant difference between the two groups.ConclusionWe conclude that if hyaluronidase is used, better blocks with smaller volumes are produced. LAs with hyaluronidase have been shown to improve the quality and effectiveness of anaesthetic blocks and shorten the time it takes for anaesthesia to begin, accelerate the onset of akinesia and lessen the need for additional anaesthesia. It also increases the duration of anaesthesia.

Effect of Banana Bark and Cow's Blood Meal Compost on the Green Lettuce Plants (Lactuca sativa L.) Growth

Green lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) is a vegetable crop that is in great demand by the public, but its production is relatively low so that it cannot meet the high market demand. One of the efforts to increase the production of green lettuce plants is by applying organic fertilizer. The purpose of this study was to determine the content of C, N, P, K elements, the effect of compost application for growth and optimal dosage. The research method used a complete randomized design (CRD) four treatments namely Control, A (dose of 60 g), B (dose of 120 g) and C (dose of 180 g) with 5 replications. Data from the study were analyzed using the Anova test, significant data continued with the DMRT 5% further test. Testing the effect with simple liner regression analysis. The results showed that compost gave a blackish brown color after 35 days and had no odor and obtained nutrient values of C (41,77%), N (6,92%), P (0,09%) and K (0,12%). The treatment of compost variations produced plant height of 26,80 cm, number of leaves of 10,60 leaf, plant wet weight of 22,40 gram, root weight of 0,57 gram, root length of 12,94 cm leaf area of 130,06 cm² with significant results, while chlorophyll A (0,19 mg/L) and total (0,616 mg/L) levels had insignificant results. The conclusion of the research is that the compost of banana stalks and cow blood meal contains C by 41,77%, Total N by 6,92%, Total P by 0,09% and Total K by 0,12%. Banana pith compost and cow blood flour had a significant effect on all parameters of green lettuce plant growth except leaf chlorophyll content at the most optimal dose was treatment A (dose of 60 g).

Effect of Thyroid Dysfunctions on Complete Blood Count in Almatama Town-Sudan

Background: Thyroid hormones have a crucial role in the metabolism and proliferation of blood cells. Thyroid dysfunction causes different outcomes on blood cells such as anemia, erythrocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and in rare cases causes’ pancytopenia. It also alters RBC indices including MCV, MCH, MCHC, and RDW. Objectives: This is a cross-sectional descriptive study conducted in Almatama town during the period from September 2021 to January 2022, aimed to assess the effects of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism on blood cell count and RBC indices. Materials and Methods: Fifty patients with thyroid disease (24 hyperthyroidism, 26 hypothyroidism) and 20 healthy subjects served as controls. Whole venous blood samples were collected in EDTA anticoagulant container, mixed well, transferred to the laboratory according to standard procedures to avoid contamination, and then automatically counted for complete blood counts. Results: RBCs, HB, MCV, MCHC, and MCH, had statistically insignificant results in thyroid patients when compared with the control group (P. value 0.225,0.077,0.235,0.498,0.626) respectively. In hyperthyroid RBCs, HB, PCV, MCV, and MCH were statistically insignificant (P. value 0.388,0.951,0.123,0.575,0.148) respectively, and a statistically significant MCHC (P. value 0.0020). In hypothyroid HB, PCV, and MCH were, statistically significant (P. value 0.001,0.010,0.029) respectively, RBCs, MCV, and MCHC were, statistically insignificant (P. value 0.166,0.107,0.125) respectively. Conclusions: The hematological parameters were affected by thyroid disease, In case of patients with unknown hematological dysfunctions, must be evaluated for thyroid hormones. The follow-up of patients with thyroid disorders should have the complete blood count and patients diagnosed with anemia should be considered for thyroid conditions before iron treatment. Cases of anemia that resist therapy should be investigated for the case of thyroid dysfunction.

The Effect of Implementing Good Corporate Governance (GCG) on the Financial Performance of Islamic Banks in Indonesia

The implementation of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) in Indonesia's Islamic banking sector is an important step to ensure transparency, accountability and fairness in the operations of financial institutions. As an integral part of the financial system, Islamic Banks not only provide services in accordance with Islamic economic principles but are also expected to implement good corporate practices to maintain the sustainability and reliability of the financial system.Corporate governance in the banking sector gained attention after the 1997 financial crisis, with the establishment of the National Committee on Governance Policy (KNKG) in 1999. Analysis of previous research results shows variations in the effect of GCG implementation on the financial performance of Islamic banks. Some studies found a significant positive impact, while others showed negative or insignificant results. Variations in results are also seen in performance indicators such as CAR, NPF, ROA, and ROE, reflecting the complexity of the relationship between GCG and aspects of financial performance. Therefore, deeper contextual understanding and improved effectiveness of GCG implementation are needed to understand and maximize its impact amidst increasingly complex financial market dynamics.

The Influence of Leadership Style, Motivation and Work Discipline as Intervening Variables on Employee Performance (Case Study at Securities Company)

The research is using quantitative approach by saturated sampling on empoyees. total population are 76 employees. The data obtained is using Partial Least Square (PLS). The results are leadership style affected employee work discipline. motivation affected work discipline. Work discipline not affected employee performance. leadership style have not affected employee performance. motivation effected employee performance. Indirectly, work discipline cannot mediate leadership style on employee performance. discipline cannot mediate motivation on employee performance. So that the results obtained are insignificant results

Gestational Hypertension and Obesity Affecting Quality of Life: Benefits of DASH Diet During Pregnancy

Aim of Study: Pregnant women are likely to suffer from hypertensive disorder and obesity, emphasizing theintegration of important interventions to improve their quality of life. This study aims to examine the role ofDASH dietary interventions in influencing gestational hypertension and obesity during pregnancy affectinghealth. Methodology: For this purpose, a retrospective study was conducted on a sample of 45 pregnantwomen who were diagnosed with gestational hypertension and obesity during routine obstetric monitoringafter 20 gestational weeks. A total of 25 women formed the control group and 20 women were included inDietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet group. Statistical analysis was performed and the valuesfor each factor were obtained in the form of mean and standard deviation. Results: The results obtained fromretrospective characteristics of patients showed that there were significant differences within the context ofmaternal age, parity, gestational age at intake, smoking habits, usage of folic acid supplement, gestational birthweeks and gestational weight gain (p < 0.05). However, insignificant results were obtained within the context ofeclampsia, pre-eclampsia, gestational hypertension, obesity and postpartum chronic hypertension (p > 0.05).Recommendation: It is strongly recommended that DASH diet should be given for treating pregnant womenwith hypertensive disorder and fear of obesity, however, this needs further large-scale randomized studies.

РОЗВИТОК ДЕРЖАВНИХ КОРПОРАЦІЙ: УПРАВЛІННЯ ТА РЕЗУЛЬТАТИ

The study is devoted to the generalization of experience and the development of scientifically based applied recommendations for managing the development of state joint-stock companies. Abstract-logical, systemic-structural and comparative analysis, grouping, statistical-economic, systematization and generalization methods were used for the research. Retrospective analysis made it possible to establish that in Ukraine, the joint-stock form of management was developed with the adoption of a legislative framework, which was developed using experience and information on legal foundations in economically developed countries. The grouping of signs regarding the advantages and disadvantages of the management joint-stock form was carried out, and the most significant ones were determined. A comparison of corporate governance outsider and insider models as the most frequently used in the countries of the world is made. Characterization of these models’ elements made it possible to establish significant discrepancies. The Ukrainian model of corporate governance uses elements of outsider and insider models, which reflects its specificity, including in the legislative framework. The provisions of the Ukraine new Law «On Joint-Stock Companies», effective from 01.01.2023, required changes to bring the management of corporations closer to international norms, which was implemented in the newest legislative framework from 03.05.2024. With the use of official statistical data, the dynamics of the decrease in the number of state-owned enterprises, their structure according to organizational and legal forms, and insignificant financial results of activity have been established. The rating of state corporations by the size of the share capital showed that the largest joint stock companies belong to the energy sector, as well as transport and communication. Of the TOP-5 state corporations, only three enterprises pay dividends according to the established norm, but all entities have mostly low-level financial indicators. It is proposed to increase the efficiency of management and results of state corporations on the basis of taking into account detailed external and internal factors of the precrisis state, as well as the introduction of an anti-crisis management mechanism, the components of which differ depending on the state of the economy. In particular, the developed external and internal factors are recommended to be used in the period of a stable state of the economy, in the period of the pre-crisis state - measures for the recovery or restructuring of joint-stock companies, and in the conditions of a crisis state - an anti-crisis strateg

Impact of Capital Adequacy on Profitability of Commercial Banks in Nepal

Purpose: This study aims to assess the impact of capital adequacy on the profitability of selected commercial banks in Nepal. It specifically measures and evaluates the capital adequacy ratios and profitability ratios of the selected Nepalese commercial banks. Methods: The research employs descriptive and casualcomparative research designs, using a sample of one governmentowned bank and one private sector bank in Nepal. The study analyzes CCR, SCR, and CAR to measure capital adequacy and ROE, ROA, and NPM to measure profitability. Findings: The study finds that the capital position of the commercial banks is adequate according to the capital adequacy framework 2015 and unified directives number one of NRB. However, profitability ratios of the sample Nepalese commercial banks are high but decreasing over the past 10 years. The correlation between ROE and capital adequacy variables is very weakly positive, while the correlation between NPM and capital adequacy variables is weakly positive. However, the correlation between ROA and capital adequacy variables is weakly negative. The regression analysis finds insignificant results, indicating that capital adequacy has not made any significant impact on profitability. Value: The study provides insights into the impact of capital adequacy on the profitability of commercial banks in Nepal, contributing to the understanding of the banking sector in Nepal. It also highlights the decreasing trend in profitability ratios and the insignificant impact of capital adequacy on profitability. Keywords: Capital adequacy, Profitability, Commercial banks, Nepal, CCR, SCR, CAR, ROE, ROA, NPM

Localised 0.2% chlorhexidine irrigation delivery system versus oral antibiotics in reducing postoperative complications in the surgical extraction of impacted mandibular third molar (IMTM). - a randomised controlled trial.

The purpose of the study was to compare the efficacy of the use of 0.2% chlorhexidine irrigation and the oral antibiotics for the prevention of postoperative complication like pain, trismus, swelling and infection after the surgical extraction of IMTM. A randomised, double blinded clinical trial was planned with two equal groups. Patients were randomly divided into two groups using computer-generated codes with an allocation ratio of 1:1. Group I (Control): Standard preoperative and postoperative systemic oral antibiotics and Group II (Study): No systemic antibiotics and Chlorhexidine irrigation local delivery. The primary outcomes evaluated were postoperative pain, mouth opening, swelling and infection. The secondary outcome variables were the number of analgesics and antibiotics taken by the patient in the postoperative period, the satisfaction of the patient and adverse events, were followed up regulary for 7 days postoperatively. A total of 84 patients, divided into two equal groups participated in the study. In intergroup comparison of swelling, the difference was non-significant on postoperative day (POD) 1 and 7, except for POD 3, where it showed significantly lower results in the antibiotic group (p = 0.012). However, there was no significant difference in pain found between both groups at any of the postoperative time points, and the study group had a lesser need for rescue analgesics than the control group. A statistically significant difference in incidence of dry socket was observed (p = 0.03) and gastrointestinal adverse symptoms, but it showed insignificant results for wound dehiscence and pus discharge. Also, patient satisfaction was higher in the study group. both antibiotics and localised delivery demonstrated comparable results in terms of swelling, pain and trismus. However, with lesser adverse events, the localised chlorhexidine delivery with curved tips outperformed the antibiotic group.

The cumulative survival rate of sandblasted, large-grit, acid-etched dental implants: a retrospective analysis.

This retrospective study aimed to assess the long-term cumulative survival rate of titanium, sandblasted, large-grit, acid-etched implants over a 10-year follow-up period and investigate the factors affecting the survival rate and change in marginal bone loss (MBL). The study included 400 patients who underwent dental implant placement at the Department of Periodontology of Seoul National University Dental Hospital (SNUDH) between 2005 and 2015. Panoramic radiographic images and dental records of patients were collected and examined using Kaplan-Meier analysis, Cox proportional hazards regression analysis, and multiple regression analysis to determine the survival rates and identify any factors related to implant failure and MBL. A total of 782 implants were placed with a follow-up period ranging from 0 to 16 years (mean: 8.21±3.75 years). Overall, 25 implants were lost, resulting in a cumulative survival rate of 96.8%. Comparisons of the research variables regarding cumulative survival rate mostly yielded insignificant results. The mean mesial and distal MBLs were 1.85±2.31 mm and 1.59±2.03 mm, respectively. Factors influencing these values included age, diabetes mellitus (DM), jaw location, implant diameter, bone augmentation surgery, and prosthetic unit. This study found that the implant survival rates at SNUDH fell within the acceptable published criteria. The patients' sex, age, DM status, implant location, implant design, implant size, surgical type, bone augmentation, and prosthetic unit had no discernible influence on long-term implant survival. Sandblasted, large-grit, acid-etched implants might offer advantages in terms of implant longevity and consistent clinical outcomes.

THE INFLUENCE OF GROWTH REGULATORS ON THE SOWING QUALITIES OF EUROPEAN LARCH SEEDS IN THE CONDITIONS OF THE BOTANICAL GARDEN «PODILLYA»

The article highlights the main aspects of the use of growth regulators in the cultivation of European larch seedlings by seed. In the research material of the article, laboratory studies were conducted to determine the effect of different concentrations of growth regulators on the formation of germination and germination energy of European larch seeds. As a result of the research, it was found that the minimum concentration of agrostimulin also increased germination energy by 3.5 % and laboratory germination by 9.6 % compared to the control. It was determined that the use of higher concentrations of agrostimulin concentrations (1 and 2 ml/l) led to an increase in germination energy by 7.8 % and 11.5 %, respectively, and to an increase in germination rate by 14.7 % and 20 %. It was found that the concentration of 2.0 ml/l of emistim-C was the most effective, increasing germination energy by 12.1% compared to the control variant, and laboratory germination reached its maximum value at a concentration of 2 ml/l and exceeded the control by 15.9%. The study revealed that an increase in the concentration of PABA solutions contributes to an increase in germination energy and laboratory germination of European larch seeds. The most pronounced effect is observed at a concentration of 100 mg/l and is 59.6 % and 72.8 %, respectively. The results of the study show that solutions of Triman-1 in concentrations of 25 mg/l and 50 mg/l have a positive effect on germination energy, increasing it by 9% and 9.9% and laboratory germination of European larch seeds by 12.3% and 13.9%, respectively. Also in the course of the research, it was determined that excessive concentrations of different types of growth regulators gave insignificant results compared to the control, which indicates the ineffectiveness of their use.

Investigating the Supply Chain Logistic Issues for SMEs Service Quality in Pakistan

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are more adaptable because of their size and straightforward structure; they will be better able to take advantage of changes and innovation. SMEs are common in the nation and have significantly increased Pakistan’s GDP. To achieve and guarantee these SMEs’ effective performance, they must improve the quality of their services. For this reason, the current study has looked into the significance of Supply Chain Integration (SCI). The present research has adopted a “quantitative research design” to conduct the study. Concerning the research framework, the independent variable is supplying chain logistic issues that impact SME service quality through the mediation of supply chain integration. There are two methods adopted for the data analysis. Firstly, the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) is employed for the demographic outcomes. Secondly, regression, reliability and validity analysis are carried through the Structural Equation Model (SEM). The results of the study indicated the six linkages. Firstly, the association of High Cost of Information Technology (HCI) positively impacts Coordination and collaboration. Secondly, Quality Logistic Personnel (QLP) is positively and significantly associated with Commitment and competence. Thirdly, HCI indicated a positive link with Coordination and collaboration. Fourthly, QLP expresses a positive and significant relationship with Coordination and collaboration. Fifthly, QLP demonstrated a positive and significant association with Creativeness and customisation. Finally, QLP showed insignificant negative results with Coordination and collaboration. The present study holds greater significance in this regard. The study provides valuable insights to the employees or workforce of SME businesses to supervise or rationally monitor their supply chain performance. The service quality of SMEs has been measured through commitment and competence, creativity and customization, and coordination & collaboration of sales logistic personnel.

Event study on the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank

The failure of Silicon Valley Bank was one of the largest bank runs in American history. In this paper, we conducted an event study to discover the impact of SVB’s collapse on the returns of large banks in the US. Our results indicate that the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank had a negative impact on the top 20 banks. Pre-event estimation showed insignificant results as investors could not anticipate the collapse. On the contrary, we uncovered that most banks had significant adverse effects due to unfavorable market reactions in the post-event study.