Determinants of the Performance of African Microfinance Institutions

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 45-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed Wajdi Triki ◽  
Younes Boujelbene
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Performance Evaluation ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Financial Indicators ◽  
Microfinance Institutions ◽  
Mena Region ◽  
Financial Transparency

Performance evaluation is part of the chain of financial transparency which involves the production, verification, analysis, synthesis, dissemination and use of information on the financial performance of a micro-finance institution (MFI). In this study, the authors will try to show the convergence or divergence between social performance and the financial performance by answering the following question: are there to arbitration / compatibility between the two types of performance. To answer this question, this study will be organized in such manner the first section outlines a brief literature review of microfinance in terms of both welfarist approaches (social) and institutionalists. The second section describes the characteristics of the sample of 141 MFIs in 21 countries in the MENA region and Africa based on the year of 2005 and 2010. By defining the variables that identify each type of performance with a new index created for social performance called “Depth of Outreach” (noted DEPTH). The financial performance is described by financial indicators namely profitability, portfolio quality and productivity. The authors finish this study by a third section which presents the main results of a factor analysis applied to the sample in order to study the nature of relationship between the two types of performance.

Islamic and Conventional Micro-Financing in the MENA Region

2020 ◽  
pp. 216-239
Author(s):  
Imene Berguiga ◽  
Yosra Ben Said ◽  
Philippe Adair
Keyword(s):  
Middle East ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
North Africa ◽  
Financial Services ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Microfinance Institutions ◽  
Mena Region ◽  
Trade Off ◽  
The Social ◽  
Conventional Services

The performance of MicroFinance Institutions (MFIs) is analysed for the period 2004-2015. Sample consists of 67 MFIs in the Middle East and North Africa region. It includes a subsample of 18 Islamic MFIs (IMFIs), whereof Solebusiness grants exclusively Islamic financial services and Window provides both Islamic and conventional services. A model of simultaneous equations with interacting variables tests seven hypotheses addressing financial performance, social performance, and the social and financial performance relationship. Conventional MFIs (CMFIs) experience higher financial performance than IMFIs and Window experiences higher financial performance than Solebusiness; IMFIs do not experience higher social performance than CMFIs; whether conventional or Islamic, MFIs face a financial vs. social performance trade-off.

Knowledge mapping of microfinance performance research: a bibliometric analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 399-418
Author(s):  
Shabiha Akter ◽  
Md Hamid Uddin ◽  
Ahmad Hakimi Tajuddin
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
Bibliometric Analysis ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Credit Scoring ◽  
Basic Research ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Knowledge Mapping ◽  
Microfinance Institutions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Bibliometric Review

PurposePerformance assessment of microfinance institutions (MFIs) has long been a question of considerable research interest. The dual goals – financial performance and social performance of MFIs widely studied yet remain unsolved in the existing literature. To assess the knowledge structure of research in this area and to aid future research, we review the literature with bibliometric analysis.Design/methodology/approachOur study has used bibliographic data of 1,252 scientific documents indexed in the Scopus database from 1995 to 2020 (June 05). We have used the “bibliometrix” package in R language to analyze the data and illustrate the findings.FindingsWe find that there has been an increasing trend in publications, especially from 2006 onwards. Various bibliometric indicators allow us to follow the progression of knowledge along with identifying the most contributing and impactful authors, publication sources, institutions and countries. We illustrate the major research themes and identify that “poverty alleviations”, “group lending” and “credit scoring” are the major emerging and specialized themes besides the basic research evolved around “microfinance” or “microcredit”. Our further analysis of thematic evolution over different time frames reveals that “financial performance” aspect is getting more attention in recent times in evaluating the performance of MFIs.Originality/valueThe insights of knowledge accumulated from our bibliometric review and thematic analysis provide researchers with an efficient comprehension of the advancement of the research on microfinance performance and offer avenues for future scientific endeavors.

scholarly journals PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF COMMUNITY MICROFINANCE INSTITUTIONS IN JEMBER DISTRICT

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-74
Author(s):  
Bayu Wijayantini ◽  
Maheni Ika Sari ◽  
Alfi Arif
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Performance Evaluation ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
Microfinance Institutions ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Government Subsidies ◽  
Research Theme ◽  
Descriptive Statistical Analysis

Community Micro Finance Institution (CMFI) plays a significant role in alleviating poverty, which is the biggest problem in developing countries. This study aims to examine the phenomenon of CMFI development in Jember. This study is conducted using a descriptive statistical analysis and through literature study from literatures relevant to the research theme. The results of the study show that financial performance proxied by ROA has a different trend from total assets and government subsidies. ROA tends to decline even though there are some CMFIs that show good performance. This is contrary to the development of CMFI’s total assets which tend to increase throughout Jember, while government subsidies are still accepted in the same amount as intended from year to year.

An integrated framework for analysing performance indicators of Indian microfinance institutions: a multi-stakeholder perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amit Kumar Bardhan ◽  
Barnali Nag ◽  
Chandra Sekhar Mishra ◽  
Pradeep Kumar Tarei
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Microfinance Institutions ◽  
Dyadic Relationship ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Integrated Framework ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Performance Dimensions

PurposeAn amalgamation of Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) and Analytical Network Process (ANP) has been performed to develop a decision-making framework for improving the overall performance of the microfinance institutions. A primary survey was conducted to collect real-time data from the heterogeneous stakeholders of microfinance institutions across India. The validation of the proposed framework is performed by comparing the results against the conventional method of Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP).Design/methodology/approachThis study identifies various dimensions and indicators for measuring the performance of Indian microfinance institutions. Additionally, the ranking and prioritisation of the performance dimensions and indicators is obtained by considering the mutual interrelation between them.FindingsThe study indicates that there exists a significant dyadic relationship between financial performance and social performance for improving the overall performance of the microfinance institutions. Governance is found to unidirectionally influence both financial and social performance. Among all the considered dimensions, financial performance of a microfinance institution is the most critical dimension for improving the overall performance. The top five performance indicators of the Indian microfinance institutions are funding source, borrowing and overhead cost, size of the firm, end-use of the money and depth of outreach.Research limitations/implicationsThe study was conducted in the context of Indian microfinance institutions; hence the scope of generalisation of the results is limited. This research considers both subjective and objective aspect of the performance dimensions and indicators from the perspective of multiple stakeholders (i.e. firm, society and regulator). The integrated framework is expected to aid in improving overall performance of microfinance institutions by focusing on the most critical (high prioritised) performance indicators.Originality/valueAn integrated DEMATEL-ANP framework is used in the domain of microfinance to assess the performance dimensions. This study is unique in terms of analysing performance of microfinance institutions from the perspective of heterogeneous stakeholders.

scholarly journals A Systematic Literature Review—Social Engagement from Business Perspective

Proceedings ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (22) ◽  
pp. 1379
Author(s):  
Jana Švecová
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Corporate Social Performance ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Business Perspective ◽  
Enormous Amount ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
The Relationship

The present paper offers a literature review of relevant empirical research articles dealing with the relationship between corporate social performance (CSP) and corporate financial performance (CFP) published during the last five-year period 2013–2018. The results identify that although there is enormous amount of relevant studies presenting an overall positive relationship, there is still a lack of consensus in published results. Therefore CSP-CFP nexus remains a line of inquiry and more researches are needed. The most obvious explanation are different approaches in measuring corporate social responsibility and financial performance.

scholarly journals Procurement process and financial performance: a systematic literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (03) ◽  
pp. 69-98
Author(s):  
Mônica Georgino ◽  
Rosane Lucia Chicarelli Alcantara ◽  
Andrei Aparecido de Albuquerque
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Cost Reduction ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Financial Indicators ◽  
Supplier Relationship Management ◽  
Procurement Process ◽  
Shared Information ◽  
A Company

Purpose – The aim of this study was to identify the elements and practices under the responsibility of the Procurement process that can influence the financial performance of a company. Design/methodology/approach - A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was conducted to identify the elements and practices from the Procurement process and financial indicators. Findings - Twelve elements were identified (focusing on: Information technology and shared information and communications) and eight practices in the procurement process (focusing on: supplier relationship management and cost reduction), which contributes to the company's financial performance, mainly on the Profit and ROI financial indicators. Originality/value - This study presents an overview, a consolidated view of the literature on the current relationship between the procurement process and financial performance. Keywords – Procurement. Financial Performance. Systematic Literature Review. Elements. Practices.

scholarly journals Social Performance vs. Financial Performance

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 53-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilker Yilmaz
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Corporate Social Performance ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Financial Indicators ◽  
Financial Position ◽  
Low Levels ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
The Relationship

In recent decades, it is gaining more and more dominance in both academic and business life that the company exists for and has responsibilities toward a wider group of stakeholders and it must have some objectives other than profitability. To achieve sustainable development and growth, the companies must assume more duties, which is called the term “corporate social responsibility (CSR).” In the literature, it is questioned whether CSR activities benefit the company or not; whether there is any relationship exists between CSR activities and the company’s financial performance and the direction of the relationship. We aimedto explore that whether there is any effect corporate social performance (CSP) on financial performance and position and vice versa. We performed content analysis through annual reports and derived a social score composed of the items included in disclosure guidelines and some criteria used in CSR ratings. We also used several financial position and financial performance indicators. In order to explore the relationship between CSP and financial indicators, we run panel data regressions. We found significant results for some of the indicators, where some of the indicators gave insignificant results. The reporting of CSR activities is in very low levels. The conscious toward CSR and sustainability must be promoted and the companies must assume more active roles. The reporting of those activities is also important.

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