Effect of Ownership Structure on Performance of Quoted Financial Firms in Nigeria
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https://doi.org/10.33003/fujafr-2024.v2i3.119.49-62Keywords:
Firm Performance, Managerial Ownership, Institution Ownership, Ownership Concentration, Foreign Ownership, Financial FirmsAbstract
This study investigates the relationship between ownership structure and firm performance of quoted Nigerian financial firms in Nigeria. This study employs an Ex post facto research design, utilizing data extracted from annual reports of the financial firms listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) between the years 2014 to 2023. The population of interest consists of 48 listed financial firms. Secondary data from the firms' annual reports were collected and analyzed using fixed effect panel regression analysis as specified by Hausman test. The findings reveal significant positive effects of managerial ownership, institutional ownership, and ownership concentration on firm performance. These results align with established theories such as agency theory and stewardship theory, as well as previous empirical studies in the field of corporate governance and ownership structure. The study concludes that increasing managerial ownership can align the interests of managers with shareholders, leading to improved firm performance. Attracting institutional investors who bring expertise, monitoring capabilities, and long-term investment perspectives can also contribute to enhanced firm performance. Furthermore, careful management of ownership concentration can enhance monitoring and decision-making efficiency, align shareholder interests, and reduce agency costs. However, the study finds no significant impact of foreign ownership on firm performance in the Nigerian context. This suggests the need for further research to better understand the specific dynamics and potential implications of foreign ownership in the Nigerian financial industry, considering factors such as regulatory restrictions, cultural differences, and information asymmetry.
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