Banking industry stability and investment dynamics

Purpose This paper aims to evaluate how strands of differing investments influence stability in the banking industry using data from 37 countries in Sub-Sahara Africa from 2000 to 2018. Design/methodology/approach Empirical analyses in the study were carried out using a two-step system Generalized Method of Moments estimation methodology. Findings Empirical results suggest that generally, growth in investments by governments, foreign investments and private domestic investments have a significant positive impact in stabilizing the banking industry. The empirical estimates further suggest that macroeconomic conditions such as macroeconomic uncertainty adversely affects the liquid reserve position of banks even during periods of appreciable growth in investments. Originality/value The authors present a different approach to the banking industry discourse. Instead of surmise the relationship with the direction of impact often emanating from the banking industry to other variables of interest or conditions, this study rather examines how investment dynamics among economies influence the stability of the banking industry overtime. In contrast to related studies, this study examines how strands of investment variables influence the stability of the banking industry. Specifically, this study is modeled to examine the extent to which variability in investment growth (using different investment variables) affect stability in the banking industry.

THE DAVIDS AND THE GOLIATHS: INVESTMENT DYNAMICS AND PERFORMANCE DIFFERENTIALS OF SMALL FIRMS AND FAMILY-CONTROLLED LARGE FIRMS IN FOUR SECTORS OF THE INDIAN MARKET

This study focuses on investment structures and performances of family-controlled and non-affiliated publicly traded firms on the Indian market. While many influential, family-controlled firms dominate a large part of the Indian industry today, this study finds that a considerable fraction of the non-affiliated firms are able to maintain stable financial performance by forging strategic ties with other non-affiliated firms in transactional supply-chains modes. This study contributes to the understanding of the question concerning how investment structures of firms might be governed through interfirm ties of coordinated and cooperative investments. The results have important implications for the markets of emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific and the Southeast Asian regions.

The gifted city: Setting a research agenda for philanthropy and urban governance

With billions worth of funding to city-based projects, urban dwellers and city leaders the world over, philanthropy is no small matter. It might shape the form, politics and direction of urban development worldwide, yet little discussion of its role is present in urban studies. In this commentary, we call for urban scholars and practitioners to become more explicitly conversant in its investment dynamics in cities and their impact on urban governance. We highlight a two-pronged research agenda focused on institutions and individuals. First, we argue that we need to understand the impact of philanthropic institutions not just generally on cities but specifically on urban governance. Second, we call for nuanced attention to the philanthropy of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and its relationship to urban policymaking and wealth redistribution in cities. Third, we highlight the value of a more ‘global urban’ outlook onto the landscape of philanthropic funding in cities, starting with greater attention to philanthropic practices beyond the Global North. We conclude by sketching possible empirical steps towards an action research agenda, whilst underlining the necessary reflexivity that urban scholars should have in their positioning vis-a-vis philanthropy and its engagement in urban academia.

Investment Complex of Russia: Structural Shifts

The article presents the results of the analysis of the main parameters of the investment sphere development over the past twelve years. The base year for comparison is pre-crisis 2007. We considered the main trends in the development of investment activity both for the full range of enterprises and organizations, and for large and medium-sized enterprises (without small businesses and the volume of investment that is not observed by direct statistical methods). We concluded that it is advisable to base further research on data collected by Rosstat for large and medium-sized enterprises., We grouped economic activities into 14 homogeneous industry complexes to identify areas of activity in the investment sphere. We carried out the analysis of sources of financing for investment activities in the context of own and attracted funds. The specific section of investments is linked to the investigation by economic sectors since it is the nature of the industry and its functionality that determine its specific structure. As a result of the analysis of the investment sphere, the authors have established the extreme instability of investment dynamics in recent years, identified problem points in the field of investment, the solution of which will contribute to the growth of investment activity in the country.

INVESTMENT DYNAMICS IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION AND THE NUMBER OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN EUROPE AGAINST THE BACKGROUND OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The article analyzes the structure and dynamics of investment activity in the Russian Federation, as well as the number of foreign direct investments (FDI). The main factors that can improve the investment situation of the countries affected by the pandemic are identified. Possible ways to develop the investment potential of the Russian Federation, as well as ways to improve the investment climate of the country, are identified. Special attention is paid to the role and importance of investment resources for countries affected by the pandemic, as well as ways to improve the investment climate. As a result of the analysis, it was revealed that investment resources are one of the key factors that can lead the world economy out of such a difficult situation as the crisis.