In this study we elaborate the effects of corporate governance practices which recently practiced in Pakistani firms and also examine the relationship among corporate governance mechanisms, capital structure, dividend policy and firm performance. Those researchers who could not find significant link between corporate governance and firm performance suggest that good corporate governance has at least indirect effect on performance. This research attempts to prove that corporate governance effects firm performance directly; relatively it exerts its effects on firm performance through other factors such as capital structure decisions and dividend policy. This research study develops a multilevel model linking corporate governance, capital structure, dividend policy and firm performance then proves it through structural equation modeling (SEM). Corporate governance has been measured and conceptualized through Board Size, Board Composition, CEO Duality, Audit Committee Size and Annual General Meetings. Capital structure has been measured through it standardized proxy that is debt to equity ratio, while dividend policy is measured by dividend payout ratio. Firm performance has measured by two ratios return on assets (ROA) and return on equity (ROE) both are used as accounting and financial measure in the literature review.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1. Background
1.2. Existing Studies
1.3. Gap in Literature
1.4. Rationale of the Study
1.4.1. Research Contribution to Corporate Governance Literature
1.4.2. Research Significance for Corporate Practices/Practical Implications
1.5. Significance of Corporate Governance in Different Era
1.6. Research Objectives
1.7. Proposed Methodology
2. Literature Review
2.1. Prologue for Literature
Corporate Governance
Corporate Governance Mechanisms
Capital Structure
Capital Structure Construct
Dividend Policy
Dividend Policy Construct
Firm Performance
Firm Performance Construct
3. Research Model and Hypotheses Development
Corporate Governance and Capital Structure
Corporate Governance and Dividend Policy
Corporate Governance and Firm Performance
Capital Structure and Firm Performance
Dividend Policy and Firm Performance
Hypothesized Research Model
4. Methodology and Data Collection
Research Paradigm
Sampling Procedure and Population
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Structural Equation Models Development
Measurement Models
Structural Models
Variables Involved in the Study
Independent Variables
Mediating Variables
Dependent Variables
5. Data Analysis and Empirical Results
Objective of the Chapter
Descriptive Statistics
Correlation Matrix
KMO Measures of Sample Adequacy (MSA)
Partial Least Square Analysis
Analysis of the Measurement Model
Analysis of the Structural Model
Cross-Lagged Structural Models
6. Recommendations and Conclusion
Contribution to Literature
Corporate Practices/Practical Implications
Further Research Opportunities
Limitations of Research
Conclusion
Research Objectives and Focus
This study aims to investigate the complex structural relationships between corporate governance mechanisms, capital structure decisions, dividend policies, and financial performance among non-financial firms listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange in Pakistan. By employing a cross-lagged structural equation modeling (SEM) approach, the research seeks to determine whether corporate governance exerts a direct influence on firm performance or if this relationship is mediated by financing decisions.
- Analysis of corporate governance mechanisms including board size, composition, and CEO duality.
- Evaluation of the impact of governance on capital structure and dividend payout ratios.
- Exploration of the mediating role of financial policy decisions in the governance-performance nexus.
- Application of cross-lagged path analysis to establish directional causality over time.
- Empirical assessment using a stratified random sample of 100 non-financial firms (2006-2011).
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1.1). BACKGROUND
Corporate governance is the set of laws, processes, policies, and institutions affecting the way company is directed, administered or controlled. The term “corporate governance” came into popular use in the 1980's to mostly describe the common principles by which the business and management of companies were directed and controlled. (Cadbury, 1992) defined corporate governance as “the system by which companies are directed and controlled”. The key objective of corporate governance is to make sure accountability of related parties and transparency in both financial and non-financial transactions (OECD 1999, revised 2004).
Corporate governance has been converted into an essential concern in managing corporations in the recent global and multifaceted surroundings. This is also means to maximize the best interest of the economy and to a greater extent for the society by the diverse corporate governance provisions (Gillan, 2006) and (Shleifer & Wolfenzon, 2002). Corporate governance is vital for organizational sustainability and absence of it results financial instability and depression (Konzelmann, Wilkinson, Fovargue-Davies, & Sankey, 2010). It is also concerned with the duties and responsibilities of a company’s board of directors to successfully lead the company, and their relationship with its shareholders and other stakeholder groups. Corporate governance refers to the “private” and “public” corporations, including laws, policies and established business performances, which collectively govern the relationship, in a marketplace economy, among corporate directors and entrepreneurs “corporate insiders” taking place individual hand, and individuals who invest capital in firms.
Summary of Chapters
Chapter-1: Introduction: Introduces the concept of corporate governance, its global and local significance, and establishes the research objectives and methodology.
Chapter-2: Literature Review: Reviews existing theoretical and empirical literature concerning corporate governance mechanisms, capital structure, dividend policy, and firm performance.
Chapter-3: Research Model and Hypotheses Development: Develops the theoretical framework and research hypotheses linking the study variables based on existing management and finance theories.
Chapter-4: Methodology and Data Collection: Details the research paradigm, sampling procedure of KSE listed companies, and the data collection process from annual reports.
Chapter-5: Data Analysis and Empirical Results: Reports the quantitative results using descriptive statistics, correlation matrices, and structural equation modeling (SEM) findings.
Chapter-6: Recommendations and Conclusion: Summarizes the findings, discusses practical implications for the corporate sector in Pakistan, identifies research limitations, and suggests future research directions.
Keywords
Corporate Governance, Firm Performance, Capital Structure, Dividend Policy, Structural Equation Modeling, Pakistan, KSE, Board Size, Board Composition, Agency Theory, Cross-Lagged Analysis, Financial Leverage, Dividend Payout Ratio, Panel Data, Emerging Economies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research examines the structural relationship between corporate governance mechanisms and the financial performance of non-financial firms in Pakistan, specifically analyzing how capital structure and dividend policy act as mediators.
What are the central thematic fields covered?
The study centers on Corporate Governance, Capital Structure, Dividend Policy, and Firm Performance within the context of emerging markets.
What is the main research question or objective?
The main objective is to establish whether corporate governance impacts firm performance directly or indirectly through financing and dividend decisions using structural equation modeling.
Which scientific methodology is employed?
The study uses a quantitative research design utilizing cross-lagged structural equation modeling (SEM) to analyze secondary panel data collected from annual reports of firms listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.
What is addressed in the main part of the thesis?
The main body covers the development of a theoretical framework, detailed literature reviews on governance and finance, the statistical methodology applied, and an empirical analysis of the data collected between 2006 and 2011.
Which keywords define this work?
Key terms include Corporate Governance, Firm Performance, Capital Structure, Agency Theory, and Structural Equation Modeling.
Why is the "cross-lagged" approach important for this study?
The cross-lagged analysis allows the researcher to estimate the direction of causality between variables over time, which helps determine if good corporate governance today leads to better financial performance in subsequent periods.
How is "Corporate Governance" measured in this study?
It is operationalized through five indicators: Board Size, Board Composition, CEO Duality, Audit Committee Size, and the frequency of Annual General Meetings.
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- Gul Rukh (Autor:in), 2014, Corporate Governance and Performance of Peer Firms, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/414577
