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Title: | Corporate governance transparency in small listed entities : the case of Malta |
Authors: | Baldacchino, Peter J. Duca, Nirvana Tabone, Norbert Grima, Simon |
Keywords: | Corporate governance -- Malta Transparency in government -- Malta Public administration -- Malta Malta -- Politics and government |
Issue Date: | 2020 |
Publisher: | University of Piraeus. International Strategic Management Association |
Citation: | Baldacchino, P. J., Duca, N., Tabone, N., & Grima, S. (2020). Corporate governance transparency in small listed entities: the case of Malta. European Research Studies Journal, 23(2), 23-44. |
Abstract: | Purpose: The objectives of this study are to examine whether a lack of transparency is a common corporate governance feature of listed entities (“MLEs”) in the small European state of Malta and, if so, to assess the possible implications of such a stance. Design/Approach/Methodology: In order to achieve such research objectives, a predominantly qualitative mixed methodology was adopted. This involved carrying out thirteen semi-structured interviews with MLE and audit firm representatives, these being supported by an examination of the corporate governance statements of MLEs for the 2015-2017 periods. Findings: Results show a general lack of transparency in corporate governance reporting, with a common MLE tendency to comply only at a superficial level with the principles of good corporate governance and thus to often fail to sustain an appropriate level of transparency and governance structures. Practical Implications: It is recomended to increase company and shareholder awareness so as to help towards further improving current attitudes. Originality/Value: The study is particularly envisaged to contribute towards encouraging stakeholders in small-state contexts to reassess their current perspectives towards corporate transparency. |
URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/57020 |
ISSN: | 11082976 |
Appears in Collections: | European Research Studies Journal, Volume 23, Issue 2 Scholarly Works - FacEMAAcc Scholarly Works - FacEMAIns |
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