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The European Framework of Credit Intermediaries: Entities, Supervisory Authorities, and Regulatory Frameworks in Credit Distribution

Authors: Filotto U.; Ruggiero F.; Sgrulletti D.

Journal: The European Framework of Credit Intermediaries: Entities, Supervisory Authorities, and Regulatory Frameworks in Credit Distribution

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-05942-0

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This open access book provides an overview of the credit distribution ecosystem in Europe, with a specific focus on the definitions, laws, and authorities related to the figures of credit intermediaries (credit agents and brokers). It explores the regulatory framework, market structures, and technological innovations in credit intermediation. The a...

Interplay of Human and Structural Capital Signals for New Technology Ventures in Early-Stage Venture Capital Funding

Authors: Bessagnet A.

Journal: Management (France)

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37725/mgmt.2026.10762

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access; Green Open Access

Abstract: By drawing on the socio-cognitive perspective of signalling theory, this study examines how the interplay of human and structural capital signals may be associated with early-stage venture capital (VC) funding for new technology ventures. Using a dataset of 453 French new technology ventures operating in the digital industry, the findings reveal th...

Firm Location and Performance: Empirical Evidence of Listed Firms on the Vietnamese Stock Market

Authors: Hung P.T.M.; Thanh N.N.; Phuc N.T.

Journal: Global Business and Finance Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17549/gbfr.2026.31.5.93

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Purpose: This article examines the impact of firm location on corporate performance, specifically whether firms located within an industrial park are associated with superior corporate performance compared to those located outside an industrial park, based on empirical data from 573 listed firms on the Vietnamese stock market from 2011 to 2023 Desi...

Determination of Thermal Characteristics of Fe-C Cast Iron Using Hot Disk Method

Authors: Viderščak D.; Schauperl Z.; Šolić S.; Milovanović B.; Stanković I.; Šercer M.

Journal: Tehnicki Glasnik

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.31803/tg-20240919083722

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This paper explores the influence of graphite shape, type, and dimensions on the thermal characteristics of Fe-C cast iron. Test samples were prepared from blocks of grey and nodular cast iron, specifically examining castings with D and A types of graphite as well as nodular graphite in a ferrite matrix. To analyze the effect of surface texture, sa...

THE ENTREPRENEURIAL JOURNEY: FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO SUCCESS (CASE: KENITRA CITY)

Authors: Benayad M.A.; Dounia G.; Najia B.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01.010

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access; Green Open Access

Abstract: The study of entrepreneurial success is situated within a complex and dynamic research field. While numerous studies have attempted to decipher the determinants of this success, our understanding of the underlying mechanisms remains partial. In this perspective, our research aimed to explore the factors influencing the sustainability of small and m...

Innovation performance in manufacturing SMEs: the influence of green management and digital orientation; [Desempeño innovador en las pymes manufactureras: la influencia de la gestión verde y la orientación digital]

Authors: Núñez E.; Mora-Esquivel R.

Journal: Tec Empresarial

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18845/te.v20i2.8632

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access; Green Open Access

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between digital orientation, green management, and innovation performance in Latin American manufacturing SMEs. The data were collected between February and May 2022 by the Ibero-American SME Observatory (ISO), and the analysis employed partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM), based on data ...

IDENTIFICATION OF IMPACT OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES ON BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND REDUCING INNOVATION RISKS IN THE DIGITAL AGE

Authors: Kopbolsyn B.; Jakupova A.; Bazarova B.; Talapbayeva G.; Yerniyazova Z.

Journal: Eastern-European Journal of Enterprise Technologies

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.15587/1729-4061.2026.361355

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: The object of this study is the innovative activity of enterprises and mechanisms for managing innovation risks in the context of the digital transformation of the economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The problem to be solved is the cost-effectiveness of integrating digital technologies into innovation risk management systems. This paper examines...

Sustainability Transitions and Industrial Transformation: Multi-Sector Dynamics and Policy Perspectives

Authors: Steen M.; Thune T.; Hansen T.; Mäkitie T.; Frenken K.

Journal: Sustainability Transitions and Industrial Transformation: Multi-Sector Dynamics and Policy Perspectives

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-4893-4

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access; Green Open Access

Abstract: This Open Access book illuminates the significant transformation processes brought about by economy-wide shifts towards sustainable modes of production, distribution, and consumption. In particular, the accelerating industrial transformations towards sustainability, in response to global warming and planetary boundary constraints, bring a range of ...

The impacts of the state-owned enterprises law on the Brazilian stock market

Authors: Souza V.G.; Barbedo C.H.S.; Simões J.J.F.

Journal: Revista Brasileira de Gestao de Negocios

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.7819/rbgn.v27i4.4322

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Purpose – This study examines how the Brazilian stock market reacts to pivotal events related to the State-Owned Enterprises Law, including both governanceenhancing milestones and regulatory relaxations. It investigates whether ownership structure, governance levels, and listing segments influence investor responses. Theoretical framework – Roo...

Generation Z’s journey from value consciousness to store loyalty: Mediating roles of consumer satisfaction and store trust in private label retailing in an emerging economy

Authors: Sahin A.; Elci M.; Tatoglu E.; Zaim S.; Sahin A.

Journal: European Research on Management and Business Economics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.iedeen.2026.100303

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This study investigates the psychological and relational pathways through which Generation Z consumers’ value consciousness fosters store loyalty toward private labels (PLs) in Turkey’s hard-discount retail sector. Grounded in social exchange theory (SET), the study explores the dual mediating roles of consumer satisfaction and store trust in s...

EXPLORING THE DETERMINANTS OF COMMUNITY-BASED TOURISM DESTINATION CHOICE IN HUE CITY, VIETNAM

Authors: Cuong L.C.H.; Ha H.D.; Dung N.T.; Chung N.V.; Tien T.T.Q.

Journal: Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.30892/gtg.65205-1710

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Community-Based Tourism (CBT) in Hue City, Vietnam, offers unique cultural and natural experiences but struggles with visitor consistency, threatening long-term sustainability. Understanding tourists' destination choice is vital for developing resilient CBT models. The primary aim of this study is to empirically investigate the determinants influen...

Business managers, administrators, educators: Salient traits of business and academic leaders for sustainable governance within tourism-oriented systems

Authors: Ibno W.S.

Journal: Journal of Global Tourism Research

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37020/jgtr.11.1_63

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Leadership traits shape governance systems that sustain institutional effectiveness and long-term development across academic and tourism-linked environments. This study examines salient traits demonstrated by business managers, administrators, educators, and hospitality managers and their influence on sustainable governance. Using a qualitative de...

Evaluation of the Quality of Dental Tourism in Tirana using Fuzzy CRITIC and CoCoSo Methods

Authors: Peci A.; Dervishaj B.; Puška A.; Štilić A.; Božanić D.

Journal: WSEAS Transactions on Business and Economics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37394/23207.2026.23.4

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: The growth of medical tourism has contributed to the expansion of dental tourism. With the rise of tourism in Albania, dental tourism has similarly progressed. This research aims to evaluate the quality of dental tourism services in Tirana, applying fuzzy methods such as CRITIC (CRiteria Importance Through Intercriteria Correlation) and CoCoSo (Com...

Metacognitive Factors Influencing Training Retention Among Multidisciplinary Medical Staff

Authors: Warnathong C.; Diteeyont W.

Journal: Human Behavior, Development and Society

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.62370/hbds.v27i1.281431

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Aim/Purpose: The purpose of this study was to reduce the professional training dropout rate among multidisciplinary medical staff by identifying and analyzing key factors that influence engagement and retention. Specifically, this study aimed to explore how metacognitive factors affect commitment to completing training programs and to develop a cau...

Frugal Machine Learning for Energy-Efficient and Resource-Aware Artificial Intelligence

Authors: Violos J.; Diamanti K.-C.; Kompatsiaris I.; Papadopoulos S.

Journal: Artificial Intelligence, Data and Robotics: Foundations, Transformations and Future Directions

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-10561-5_8

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Frugal machine learning (FML) refers to the practice of designing machine learning (ML) models that are efficient, cost-effective, and mindful of resource constraints. This field aims to achieve acceptable performance while minimizing the use of computational resources, time, energy, and data for both training and inference. FML strategies can be b...

The Impact of Online and Offline Channel Interactions on Guest Value Co-creation Behavior in Rural Homestays in Sichuan of China

Authors: Liu L.; Khunthong U.; Sangthong T.

Journal: Journal of Logistics, Informatics and Service Science

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.33168/JLISS.2026.0315

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Online and offline channel interactions are critical factors influencing guest experience and behavior. However, limited research has systematically examined how these interactions impact guest value co-creation behavior through experiential mechanisms. Based on 406 valid questionnaires collected from rural homestay guests in Sichuan Province, Chin...

Exploring the Effects of Dynamic Mathematics Software on Learning Absolute Value during Distance Learning

Authors: Jokic M.; Mirkovic B.; Gavric Z.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM152-56

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This paper investigates the effectiveness of using dynamic mathematics software that supports multiple representations in teaching absolute value concepts within a distance learning setting. The study examines whether integrating graphical and algebraic representations can improve students’ performance in solving absolute value equations and ineq...

Examination of Visual Brand Identity Elements of Retail Banking Websites Using Eye-tracking

Authors: Gombos N.J.; Geszten D.; Bíró-Szigeti S.

Journal: Periodica Polytechnica Social and Management Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3311/PPso.24101

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: The aim of this research was to investigate the impact of visual brand identity elements on consumer awareness and their role in brand identification through the websites of two retail banks in Hungary. The research focuses on Generation Z. Applying the interdisciplinary approach of marketing and ergonomics, the importance of the research lies in t...

Participation Loyalty in Hyrox: The Primacy of Sport Experience and the Effects of Marketing Support

Authors: Caumeran R.R.; Jesus J.B.

Journal: International Review of Management and Marketing

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.32479/irmm.22817

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: High-intensity functional fitness competitions such as HYROX have emerged as hybrid sport ecosystems that integrate principles of physical education, competitive sport structures, and market-oriented event delivery. Despite growing participation, empirical evidence explaining participation loyalty in such demanding sport environments remains fragme...

Analysis of forgotten incidences on knowledge transfer and management skills in Tunja SME’s; [Análisis de incidencias olvidadas sobre transferencia de conocimiento y habilidades gerenciales en pymes de Tunja]

Authors: Blanco-Mesa F.; López-Rodríguez K.; Abril-Teatin J.; León-Castro E.; Fernandez-Samaca D.

Journal: Cuadernos de Gestion

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.5295/cdg.252411fb

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access; Green Open Access

Abstract: The main objective of this research is to examine the forgotten incidences in knowledge transfer and management skills within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tunja. The study employs the Experton method, distance measures, and forgotten effects theory to identify secondary-generation relationships between knowledge transfer (causes) an...