Does microfinance foster the development of its clients? A bibliometric analysis and systematic literature review

Ribeiro, Joao; Duarte, Fábio; Gama, Ana Paula Matias

doi:10.1186/s40854-022-00340-x

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“…Several latest studies have used bibliometric mapping to determine and analyze large amounts of information and identify patterns of research on a specific topic [63]. Through this type of analysis, it is possible to encompass the constantly growing body of knowledge and assess a particular research activity, its impact, and the links among articles, thus outlining the anatomy of the present knowledge in a research domain with regard to a particular topic [64]. The bibliometric analysis examines the bibliographic data quantitatively, thus offering an overview of some research fields in accordance with adequate indicators, whereas through some other methods, such as a systematic literature review, the most relevant articles may be selected and analyzed more closely [65].…”

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Innovative behavior of Small and Medium Enterprises: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis

Krndzija¹,

Pilav-Velić²

2022

Int J Ind Eng Manag

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Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are considered a valuable element of economic development in any country. SME innovative behavior is a critical factor in organizational competitiveness and business performance. Accordingly, this paper aims to offer comprehensive knowledge of the research studies on SME innovative behavior and performance. This study employs bibliometric mapping to analyze the main research trends in SME innovative behavior. Cluster analysis revealed the essential topics of the field -innovation capability, the role of entrepreneurship, individual capabilities, and environmental issues of SMEs.

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Innovative behavior of Small and Medium Enterprises: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis

Krndzija¹,

Pilav-Velić²

2022

Int J Ind Eng Manag

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“…For example, Kaushal et al [ 15 ] discussed microfinance institutions and the empowerment of women. Nisa et al [ 16 ] examined the effects of competition on microfinance institutions and Ribeiro et al [ 17 ] examined whether microfinance promotes the development of its clients. The current research consolidates all studies on microfinance research for SMEs and microfinance institutions and suggests the likely future research direction.…”

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Frontiers in microfinance research for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and microfinance institutions (MFIs): a bibliometric analysis

Lwesya

Mwakalobo

2023

Futur Bus J

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This article aims to present current research trends in microfinance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and microfinance institutions (MFIs), as microfinance plays an increasingly role in entrepreneurship development and poverty alleviation. The study uses a bibliometric analysis, in this work, we performed citation, bibliographic coupling, and keyword evolution analyses. The results show that research in microfinance for SMEs and microfinance institutions continue to grow. The authors found that recent research in microfinance for SMEs and microfinance institutions has evolved around eight thematic clusters, covering (1) access to and constraints on microcredit for SMEs (2) microfinance and economic empowerment, (3) sustainability of MFIs, (4) creditworthiness, microfinance technology infrastructure and financing patterns, (5) Islamic financial inclusion, (6) credit assessment models for microcredit, (7) microfinance and innovative business models, and (8) gender and equity crowdfunding. Research gaps in each of the thematic clusters are identified. Topics related to COVID-19, Islamic social finance, microfinance institutions, credit scoring models, crowdfunding, and entrepreneurial finance are likely to feature in the domain of microfinance and sustainability of MFIs in future.

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“…The relevance of the microcredit topic in the past decade can be found in several publications such as Aitken ( 2013 ), Mahmood and Mohd Rosli ( 2013 ), and more specifically in Ribeiro et al. ( 2022 ), who conducted a scientometric analysis and a systematic literature review to identify the trends in microfinance outcomes from the perspective of more vulnerable people. Indeed, the potential recipients of these studies are policymakers, regulators, and academics to examine the requirements for microfinance and identify the most relevant areas of intervention.…”

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In recent decades, microcredits have become an essential source of funding to promote business ventures for poor people, particularly women and minorities. The relevance of the microcredit topic in the past decade can be found in several publications such as Aitken (2013), Mahmood and Mohd Rosli (2013), and more specifically in Ribeiro et al (2022), who conducted a scientometric analysis and a systematic literature review to identify the trends in microfinance outcomes from the perspective of more vulnerable people. Indeed, the potential recipients of these studies are policymakers, regulators,

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A socioeconomic approach to the profile of microcredit holders from the Hispanic minority in the USA

Rambaud

Pascual

Santandreu³

2023

Financ Innov

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The subject of this study is the microcredit market in the USA, more specifically in Florida. The justification for choosing this specific state is the massive presence of the Hispanic population. This will facilitate a generalization of the obtained results to the microcredit market in Latin American countries. Thus, the objective of this study is to analyze the profile of microcredit holders and their companies from socioeconomic and financial points of view. As our data also consider the degree of repayment of the microloans included in the sample, the clients’ profile is related to the punctuality or default of their corresponding loan repayments using the methodology of multinomial logit regression. The variables used in this study refer to personal information concerning borrowers (gender, age, education level, and marital status), the economic situation of their respective companies (closeness to the lender, number of workers, and revenues), and the characteristics of granted loans (principal, term, and purpose). However, the results of the regression show that only two variables are significant at the 5% significance level: the borrower’s age, which has a positive effect on repayment punctuality, and the loan term, which exhibits a negative effect. The findings of this study have clear implications, as they can help lenders design suitable microloans adjusted to customer profiles. Finally, future research should include other demographics and characteristics of affected companies.

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Does microfinance foster the development of its clients? A bibliometric analysis and systematic literature review

Cited by 28 publications

References 122 publications

Innovative behavior of Small and Medium Enterprises: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis

Innovative behavior of Small and Medium Enterprises: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis

Frontiers in microfinance research for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and microfinance institutions (MFIs): a bibliometric analysis

A socioeconomic approach to the profile of microcredit holders from the Hispanic minority in the USA

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