scholarly journals Financial Inclusion, Bank Competitiveness and Credit Risk of Commercial Banks in Kenya

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salome Musau ◽  
Stephen Muathe ◽  
Lucy Mwangi
Keyword(s):  
Credit Risk ◽  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Mediation Effect ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Annual Data ◽  
Trade Offs

This paper provides an empirical analysis of the synergies and trade-offs between financial inclusion and credit risk of commercial banks in Kenya. The paper analyzed the effect of financial inclusion on credit risk and the mediation effect of bank competitiveness of commercial banks in Kenya. Financial inclusion was measured using three dimensions of bank availability, bank accessibility and bank usage, bank competitiveness used (HHI) while credit risk was represented by the non performing loans ratio. The study was anchored on financial intermediation theory supported by finance growth theory and asymmetry information theory. The target population was all the 43 commercial banks in Kenya. The study used secondary data collected from Central Bank of Kenya annual reports; commercial banks of Kenya published audited financial statements and annual data from Central Bureau of statistics of Kenya for the period of 2007-2015. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and panel multiple regression analysis. The results obtained found that bank availability, bank accessibility and bank usage had significant effect on credit risk of commercial banks in Kenya. Bank competitiveness was found to partially mediate the relationship between financial inclusion and credit risk. From the findings the study concluded that financial inclusion has a significant effect on stability of commercial banks in Kenya. The study recommends that commercial banks to formulate policies to ensure they remain stable and competitive while accommodating their activities to ensure financial inclusion, hence forming an all inclusive and stable financial sector over time.

scholarly journals Financial Inclusion, GDP and Credit Risk of Commercial Banks in Kenya

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 181 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salome Musau ◽  
Stephen Muathe ◽  
Lucy Mwangi
Keyword(s):  
Central Bank ◽  
Credit Risk ◽  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Annual Data ◽  
Trade Offs

This paper provides an empirical analysis of the synergies and trade-offs between financial inclusion and credit risk of commercial banks in Kenya. The paper analyzed the effect of financial inclusion on credit risk and the moderation effect of GDP on commercial banks in Kenya. Financial inclusion was measured using three dimensions of bank availability, bank accessibility and bank usage, while credit risk was represented by the non performing loans ratio. The study was anchored on financial intermediation theory supported by finance growth theory and asymmetry information theory. The target population was all the 43 commercial banks in Kenya. The study used secondary data collected from Central Bank of Kenya annual reports; commercial banks of Kenya published audited financial statements and annual data from Central Bureau of statistics of Kenya for the period between 2007-2015. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and panel multiple regression analysis. The results obtained found that bank availability, bank accessibility and bank usage had significant effect on credit risk of commercial banks in Kenya. GDP growth rate was found to partially moderate the relationship between financial inclusion and credit risk. From the findings the study concluded that financial inclusion has a significant effect on credit risk of commercial banks in Kenya. The study also recommended that commercial banks in Kenya to negotiate with Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance to put policies which support favorable macroeconomic variables especially GDP which influences the level of financial inclusion and bank credit risk.

scholarly journals Are Commercial Agent Banking Services Worthwhile For Financial Inclusion?

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 206
Author(s):  
Md. Imran Hossain ◽  
Md. Al-Amin ◽  
Md Abu Toha
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Economies ◽  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Econometric Model ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Banking Services ◽  
The Impact

In recent times, commercial agent banking services have got considerable attention from academia and the banking industry for accelerating financial inclusion in emerging economies. However, it's incomprehensible to accelerate the economic progression through financial inclusion while ignoring a huge segment of the nonbank people from unprivileged areas. A very few studies have been conducted on the association between agent banking services and financial inclusion in emerging economies such as Bangladesh. The present study aims to investigate the impact of agent banking services provided by commercial banks on financial inclusion. To begin with the investigation, this study was based on agency theory considering the purposive sampling technique. This quantitative study was conducted on 19 commercial banks which are currently providing agent banking services in Bangladesh. An econometric model was proposed whereas the dependent construct has one specific dimension named as financial inclusion proxy by several accounts as a percentage of the adult population, in contrast, the independent construct had three dimensions named as-deposited amount, credited amount, and inward remittance of agent bank. In addition to that, this econometric model was based on secondary data whereas data analysis was conducted by considering panel data statistical method using GRETL (2019) software. This statistical analysis revealed that currently both the deposited amount and credited amount do have a significant impact on financial inclusion.  It has also been inferred that using agent banking for in-warding remittance and new accounts open by clients have a positive significant relationship with financial inclusion. It is argued that agent banking services by comprising unbanked people in financial inclusion will ultimately prompt the opportunity for proper mobilization of resources and funds while maintaining safety and security. Further, it is also claimed that this study would assist to illustrate the present performance of agent banking services in financial inclusion from a multidimensional perspective which will contribute to providing some more innovative and sustainable products and services towards the unbanked people. Finally, this study recommends that commercial banks through agent banking should include a maximum number of nonbank populations into the financial inclusion by ensuring sustainable agent banking services which will accelerate the emerging economics Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs) performance.

scholarly journals Effect of Mobile Banking on Financial Inclusion Among Commercial Banks in Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 184-197
Author(s):  
Harwood Kajirwa Isabwa
Keyword(s):  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Mobile Banking ◽  
Mobile Platforms ◽  
Study Results

Mobile banking is a precursor for the realization of financial inclusion among commercial banks in Kenya. The study's main objective was to determine the effect of mobile banking on financial inclusion among commercial banks in Kenya. The study adopted a positivism research philosophy. The study adopted an expo-facto research design because secondary data was the primary source data. The target population was 43 commercial banks in Kenya. The sample size was 39 commercial banks, but only ten commercial banks were selected because they had the best mobile banking apps. Inferential statistics adopted were; Pearson correlation and regression analysis. The study results revealed that mobile funds transfers significantly affect financial inclusion (β =1.697, p= 0.000). Cash withdrawals via mobile platforms significantly affect financial inclusion (β =1.195, p= 0.000). The study concluded that mobile banking has a significant effect on financial inclusion among commercial banks. In contrast, deposits via mobile platforms have a significant positive effect on financial inclusion (β =.354, p= 0.000). The study recommends that all financial institutions should adopt mobile banking as it helps to achieve financial inclusion. The banking sector should adopt the most appropriate mobile banking strategies to enhance financial inclusion.

Internal Controls and Credit Risk Among Commercial Banks Listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-92
Author(s):  
Jared Ochieng Agang ◽  
Charity Njoka
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Credit Risk ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Investment Banks ◽  
Monitoring And Control ◽  
Income Loss

Inappropriate credit policies, as well as inadequate, limited institutional capacity by Kenya's financial sector, led to several of the banking institutions collapsing over what was termed as poor management of credit risks which resulted to increased amounts of loans that were not being serviced. The main aim of the research project was to establish the effects of internal controls on credit risk among the banks listed in NSE. The distinctive goals included to find out the influence of internal control, assessing risk ,activities in control and monitoring among banking organizations listed in NSE. The study was guided by capital asset pricing model, agency theory and modern portfolio theory. The study adopted a casual descriptive research design. The target population encompassed the eleven listed banks in Nairobi Securities Exchange where cencus was done. Both primary and secondary data were collected. The questionnaires were applied to gather data. The diagnostic tests include multicollinearity and normality. Data was evaluated using both descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS. The findings show that there is a positive and significant link between monitoring and credit risk. The study found that assessment of the risk has a significant way on credit risk and that internal controls that are not strong such as poor ethical values have stimulated the involvement to fraud that leads to income loss and misuse of the income received. The study concluded that risk assessment P=.000 < 0.05, control activities P=.000 < 0.05, monitoring and control environment P=.001 < 0.05 have a significant effect on credit risk among commercial banks listed in NSE. The study recommends that banks should implement proper risk assessment to guide their operations and also implement efficient control activities to guide their operations. Further, the study recommends that banks’ monitoring approaches should be guided towards effective tasks and achieving the goals of the organization. In regard to propositions for more studies, this investigation could be further advanced by looking at the effect on credit risk management in other institutions such as investment banks and microfinances. It will help in the management of credit unions, Savings and Loans Associations, investment banks and microfinances in Kenya.

Determinants of audit fees in quoted financial and non-financial firms

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 30-40
Author(s):  
Wasiu Ajani Musa ◽  
Ramat Titilayo Salman ◽  
Ibrahim Olayiwola Amoo
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Audit Quality ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Audit Fees ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Lagrangian Multiplier ◽  
Financial Firms ◽  
Lm Test

Regulators have ensured the compulsory disclosure of audit fees in the financial statement to overcome abnormal fees and instill credibility in the financial report since audit pricing is contingent upon audit quality. However, discrepancies between audit fee dimensions are evidenced in the abnormal audit fees, resulting in accounting scandals. Hence, this study assessed the determinants of audit fees in quoted financial and non-financial firms by building a model underpinned by agency theory (Mitnick, 2006) and economic theory of product differentiation (Beath & Katsoulacos, 1991). Secondary data were utilized from companies’ annual reports between 2009 and 2018 using the purposive sampling technique. Furthermore, Breusch-Pagan Lagrangian multiplier (LM) test and the Hausman test indicated the consistency of the models. The static panel regression estimations showed that auditee size, risk, auditor size, reputation, engagement lag, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) implementation significantly affect audit fees in both sectors. This study concluded that the three dimensions largely determine audit fees. This study instructively proposed that assurance clients should devise an outline of guidelines and practices to guide activities in the sectors by monitoring the variables that impact audit fees

Effect of Agency Banking Operation on Profitability of Commercial Banks: A Case Of Selected Commercial Banks in Nairobi County

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
David Mchembere ◽  
Dr A O Jagongo
Keyword(s):  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Economies Of Scale ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Study Finding ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Bank Profitability ◽  
Product Array ◽  
Number Of Customers

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to establish the effects of agency banking operation on profitability of commercial banks.Materials and methods: The research design used for this study was descriptive design. The target population will be all eleven commercial banks offering agency banking. The study will conduct a census for all the banks. Data will be collected by use  of a questionnaire and secondary data. Data will be analyzed mainly by use of descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics will include mean and standard deviation. Data will also be presented by use of graphs, pie charts and tables.Multiple regression models will be useful to find out the virtual importance of each of the four variables.Results: From the study finding agency banking branch networking is negative and a statistically insignificant factor of bank profitability. Effect of agency banking withdrawal transaction  is positive and statistically significant. Agency banking deposit transactions is  statistically significant. Agency banking accounts opening services is also a statistically significant  factor, Commercial banks performance indicators is a statistically significant factor of bank profitability. It is possible to conclude that banks do obtain economies of scale and scope when they expand their activities, mainly by mergers and acquisitions. Therefore,expanded product array and potential for cross selling result from larger size and depth of product offering.Recommendations: The study recommends that for all the commercial banks to earn more profit they ought to increase the number of customers and for their businesses to grow further they have to invest more as well as embrace the adoption of market innovative strategies.The study also recommends that the banks should emphasize on cross-selling as they  can be useful marketing tools for banks to reach segments of the population that do not yet use traditional banking services.Key words: agency banking operation, profitability, commercial banks

scholarly journals Determinants of Capital Adequacy among the Commercial Banks in Ghana

2020 ◽  
pp. 88-95
Author(s):  
Ernest Somuah Annor ◽  
Fredrick Somuah Obeng ◽  
Nelly Opoku Nti
Keyword(s):  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Fixed Effects ◽  
Banking System ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Capital Adequacy ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Strict Compliance ◽  
Asset Quality

The study examined the determinants of capital adequacy among selected commercial banks in Ghana. Eight banks were sampled for the periods 2009-2016, secondary data was gathered from the annual reports of selected banks as well as the Ghana Banking Survey authored by Price Waterhouse Coopers Ghana (PWC). A balanced panel approach was employed in investigating the determinants of capital adequacy among selected commercial banks in Ghana whilst comparing estimates of pooled OLS, random and fixed effects models and the generalized least square models to ascertain the robustness of the model. The finding suggests that all the independent variables statistically and significantly influence capital adequacy. While non-performing loans negatively relate to CAR, LFTD and ROA positively impact CAR or asset quality. It is recommended that the central bank and various banks operating in Ghana pay attention to strict compliance with the regulatory regimes to keep banks sound and fit to withstand distress and losses which may, in turn, affect the banking system and economy in entirety.

scholarly journals A GLIMPSE INTO THE LEVEL OF FINANCIAL INCLUSION IN TRIPURA

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Sayan Saha ◽  
Kiran Shankar Chakraborty
Keyword(s):  
Financial Services ◽  
Composite Index ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
State Level ◽  
Pilot Project ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Banking Services ◽  
Reserve Bank

The term ‘Financial Inclusion’ signifies a process of ensuring delivery of financial services as well as banking services to the vulnerable groups at the point of need, adequately at an affordable cost. The concept of ‘Financial Inclusion’ was accentuated in 2003 by Kofi Annan, former General Secretary of United Nations. Such, efforts were undertaken by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in 2005 and the said policy as already mentioned in a pilot project was first implemented by Indian Bank. Probably, by implementing such policy resolution a vast section of the rural disadvantaged people in India was gradually coming under the ambit of formal banking services. The main aim of this paper is to assess the level of financial inclusion in Tripura based on composite Index. The study conducted in the four districts of Tripura state. The present study relies on secondary data. Secondary data collected from State Level Bankers’ Committee Reports, NEDFi databank, Economic Reviews and RBI Annual Reports. Through this paper Index of Financial Inclusion (IFI) has been used to assess the level of financial inclusion in Tripura.

scholarly journals AN ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF CREDIT RISK MANAGEMENT ON PROFITABILITY OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
ANTHONY WANJOHI ◽  
MR. BERNARD BAIMWERA
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Credit Risk ◽  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Risk Governance ◽  
Credit Risk Management ◽  
Governance Practices ◽  
Collection Practices ◽  
Debt Collection ◽  
Finance Department

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyse the effect of credit risk management on profitability of commercial banks in Kenya.Methodology: This study adopted a descriptive design. The study targeted a population of all the 44 commercial banks with the exception of Charterhouse bank which is under statutory management. The sample of this study was 86 employees out of a possible 30,056 employees from the 43 commercial banks. The sample of 86 was generated by purposively sampling two employees from each bank.  One employee was a manager from the finance department while the other employee was a manager from the credit risk department. The questionnaire comprised of closed ended questions. Secondary data for ROA was identified. SPSS was used to produce frequencies, descriptive and inferential statistics which was used to derive conclusions and generalizations regarding the population. Regression analysis was also used to show the sensitivity of profitability, ROA to various independent variables.Results: The study findings indicated that credit department had various checks during loan credit review. The credit department always checked at the character of the borrower, collateral of the borrower, capacity of the borrower, capital of the borrower, conditions and controls during credit review. Results indicated that the banks had credit appraisal practices, credit monitoring practices, debt collection practices and credit risk governance practices in place. Regression results indicated that there was a positive and significant relationship between credit appraisal, credit monitoring, debt collection and credit risk governance practices and profitability of commercial banks.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study concluded that credit appraisal, credit monitoring, debt collection and credit risk governance practices had a positive effect on the profitability of commercial banks. The study recommends that the banks should continue emphasizing on the effective credit appraisal, credit monitoring, debt collection and credit risk governance practices so as to enhance maximum profits in banks.

scholarly journals The Determinants of Bank Profitability Empirical Evidence from Vietnamese Commercial Banks in The Periods Of 2013 To 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 176-184
Author(s):  
Dan Ngoc Minh Nguyen ◽  
Anh Vu
Keyword(s):  
Commercial Banks ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Stock Exchange ◽  
Balance Sheet ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Financial Statement ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Panel Model ◽  
Data Tables

This research concentrates on the determinants of the profitability of the Vietnamese Commercial Banks. Both internal and external variables regarding the profitability of commercial bank sector will be focused in the analysis. Data over the period of 2013 to 2018 for 29 Vietnamese Commercial Banks[i] is obtained from via Stock Exchange or media. Fixed effect panel model are used to analyze the determinants of the profitability. By using this, we ensure for the effectiveness of the test result in terms of hypothesis along with size in order to get consistent results. The research is based on the scientific approach of quantitative methods to solve the problems posed, practical and effective service for the completion of the research purpose. The secondary data collected from the worldbank.org, vietdata.vn and annual reports (financial statement, balance sheet, etc.) of Vietnamese commercial banks in the 2013-2018 period to create asymmetric data tables will be processed on STATA software.

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