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The research addresses two main topics: the International Public Sector Standard (IPSAS 24) relating to the presentation of budget information in financial statements, and the Government Financial Management Information System (GFMIS).

In relation to IPSAS 24, the research focuses on clarifying how budget information is presented in public sector financial statements. The standard aims to achieve transparency and reliability in providing financial information to governments and government institutions. The research addresses various aspects of the standard, such as defining financial terms, basic principles, and requirements that must be met in submitting the budget.

 For GFMIS, the research reviews and evaluates this system that is used in managing financial information for governments. GFMIS aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government financial resources management, and facilitate financial planning, monitoring and evaluation processes. The concept of GFMIS, its components and benefits are reviewed, as well as the challenges of its implementation and future preferences for its development and improvement.

 Overall, the research aims to provide previous researchers with an overview of IPSAS 24 and its importance in presenting budget information in public sector financial statements, as well as reviewing GFMIS and its role in improving government financial information management. This research can contribute to raising public sector awareness of the importance of adhering to international accounting standards in the public sector and using advanced financial information management systems to enhance transparency and effectiveness in managing the financial resources of governments.

The main reason for linking these two variables is to enhance transparency, accountability, and financial control in the public sector and ensure that government financial information complies with international accounting standards in the public sector. Therefore, reviewing these two variables and analyzing their role will provide an important theoretical and applied framework for understanding the relationship between them to rationalize the budget. The most important conclusions reached for the review research are that the main goal of applying the (IPSAS) standards is to achieve compatibility in accounting policies at the global level by providing guidance and directives to develop a comprehensive theoretical framework for government accounting. Evaluating government performance is achieved through commitment to applying the (24 IPSAS) standard., which allows the preparation of a variety of financial statements detailing the approved budget and actual expenditures, the final budget (adjusted allocation), and achieving the qualitative characteristics of accounting information. The government unit did not disclose in the financial statements the extent of compliance with legislative and regulatory laws and other regulations imposed by external parties. (The State) As for the recommendations, the researchers suggest that government institutions should commit to implementing the IPSAS 24 standard completely and accurately to ensure compliance with international accounting standards. Government institutions should analyze their actual needs and conduct a feasibility study before making any transfers in the original budget, in order to ensure a strong scientific basis and improve the institution’s performance in adhering to budget directives. Government institutions should fully and effectively implement GFMIS in all government units to enhance transparency and financial control. The GFMIS should also be configured in a way that meets the needs of the government unit in a way that enables it to record and track financial transactions and prepare financial reports in an accurate and timely manner.

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Quarterly data were used, with (48) views, and a research problem was posed: Are the expected digital contributions to raising levels of financial inclusion addressed through the quality of digital financial services provided to a sample of the Arab countries under study for the period 2011-2022? The aim of study to shed light on the most important concepts, basics and emergence of financial digitization and financial inclusion, specifically the quality dimension and the extent to which it is affected by some indicators of financial digitization and attempt to disentangle some of the closely related concepts, as well as building a quantitative model capable of clarifying the size, impact and analysis of some indicators of financial digitization represented in (the procedure Or receiving digital payments for those in secondary education +15MPS, making or receiving digital payments for those in primary education or less (MRE), creating digital payments for adults over 25 years of age (MRA), creating digital payments for youth between 15-24 years of age (MRB), in the dependent variable represented by: , Quality/Education, represented by borrowing for health purposes (BHP), and Quality/Age, represented by the number of inactive accounts +15 NIA) by explaining its impact on the financial inclusion dimension (quality(

The ARDL model using the statistical program (Eviews 10) showed that there is a and (significant relationship) between the indicators of financial digitization and financial inclusion, represented by the quality dimension and the models that were tested and based on the global financial inclusion database The Global Findex Database 2021. study reached a set of Conclusions and proposals: Perhaps the most important of them is that the results of the short-term tests were consistent with the long-term results for the two variables with the same interpretation. The compatibility may also be due to financial theory and that those who are younger within this classification have new trends and care by parents for financial awareness and financial knowledge.

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This study aimed to evaluate the financial sustainability of Iraqi industrial companies using machine learning models and to compare their performance with traditional statistical models. Five key financial variables were analyzed: Working Capital Ratio (WCR), Current Ratio (CR), Return on Equity (ROE), Return on Assets (ROA), and Asset Turnover (AT). A Financial Sustainability Index (FSI) was constructed to classify companies. The results showed that WCR and CR were the most influential variables in explaining financial sustainability, while AT had the least impact. All variables demonstrated statistically significant relationships with the FSI. Moreover, machine learning models—particularly XGBoost and Random Forest—outperformed the traditional logistic regression model in predictive accuracy, with variations in variable importance rankings across models. The findings highlight the importance of focusing on working capital management and liquidity improvement to enhance financial sustainability, as well as the use of machine learning tools in financial forecasting to support more accurate strategic decision-making. This study contributes by providing a modern analytical framework to support the financial sustainability of industrial companies, with the potential for future application in other sectors. Specifically, machine learning models improved predictive accuracy by approximately 9.4% over the traditional logistic regression model, while SHAP-based analysis confirmed that WCR and CR carry the greatest weight in predicting financial sustainability. Accordingly, the study recommends that industrial companies prioritize working capital and liquidity management, that financial analysts and investors adopt machine learning models such as XGBoost and Random Forest in financial sustainability forecasting, that more comprehensive sustainability indices combining financial and operational performance be developed, and that decision-makers invest in training on machine learning tools and SHAP interpretation to support more reliable, evidence-based financial decisions.

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This study aimed to evaluate the financial sustainability of Iraqi industrial companies using machine learning models and to compare their performance with traditional statistical models. Five key financial variables were analyzed: Working Capital Ratio (WCR), Current Ratio (CR), Return on Equity (ROE), Return on Assets (ROA), and Asset Turnover (AT). A Financial Sustainability Index (FSI) was constructed to classify companies. The results showed that WCR and CR were the most influential variables in explaining financial sustainability, while AT had the least impact. All variables demonstrated statistically significant relationships with the FSI. Moreover, machine learning models—particularly XGBoost and Random Forest—outperformed the traditional logistic regression model in predictive accuracy, with variations in variable importance rankings across models. The findings highlight the importance of focusing on working capital management and liquidity improvement to enhance financial sustainability, as well as the use of machine learning tools in financial forecasting to support more accurate strategic decision-making. This study contributes by providing a modern analytical framework to support the financial sustainability of industrial companies, with the potential for future application in other sectors. Specifically, machine learning models improved predictive accuracy by approximately 9.4% over the traditional logistic regression model, while SHAP-based analysis confirmed that WCR and CR carry the greatest weight in predicting financial sustainability. Accordingly, the study recommends that industrial companies prioritize working capital and liquidity management, that financial analysts and investors adopt machine learning models such as XGBoost and Random Forest in financial sustainability forecasting, that more comprehensive sustainability indices combining financial and operational performance be developed, and that decision-makers invest in training on machine learning tools and SHAP interpretation to support more reliable, evidence-based financial decisions.

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This research aims to clarify the theoretical framework of the concepts of digital financial inclusion and financial exclusion, explaining their main causes and analyzing the role of digital financial inclusion in reducing financial exclusion. Digital financial inclusion is one of the most important pillars contributing to economic development. The importance of this research stems from the significance of studying financial exclusion in modern economic literature, as it addresses a crucial aspect of Iraqi society that exacerbates poverty and deprivation. The research highlights the role of digital financial inclusion in mitigating and addressing this issue. It is based on the hypothesis that digital financial inclusion significantly contributes to reducing financial exclusion by bringing financial services closer to those excluded in remote areas and integrating them into the formal financial system. The research concludes that digital financial inclusion provides financial services in a digital format suitable for the needs of poor and marginalized groups, especially in remote and rural areas. It recommends developing a strategic plan with a specific timeframe, implemented in phases, to achieve a high level of digital financial inclusion in remote areas, supported by sufficient financial resources and an appropriate legal framework.

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In light of the increased requirements for transparency and disclosure of all information related to financial and non-financial performance, especially in financial institutions, and based on the importance of financial inclusion in Egyptian banks and the disclosure of its indicators and how to implement it, the current research aims to study the role of disclosure of financial inclusion indicators on the financial performance of Egyptian banks. We study on Egyptian commercial banks, and the research reached several results, the most important of which is that financial inclusion is one of the basic pillars for achieving financial stability by supporting the stability of the deposit base and improving the flexibility of financing and investment in the banking sector, which leads to the ability of the financial system to withstand economic shocks, as the researcher recommended. Several points, including the following: the need to pay attention to the basic elements necessary to increase the quality of financial reports in the commercial banks under study, and the necessity of working to pay attention to the nature of the strong relationship that links indicators of the application of financial inclusion and the quality of financial reports, as well as the necessity of benefiting from the positive impact of indicators of the application of financial inclusion on the quality of financial reports.

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Information from financial reports is the basis upon which users of financial information make various decisions accounting measurement based on historical cost is objective and reliable but not appropriate, as it reflects past events and does not provide future information, hence the global trend of replacing historical cost with fair value, since the information generated is relevant and reflects the unit's true financial position. The research therefore sought to illustrate the impact of fair value adoption on the quality of financial reporting. The importance of research stems from the importance of quality financial reporting because of its significant influence on decision makers.Given the international trend to replace the historical cost basis with fair value accounting measurement, it was important to examine the ability of fair value financial reporting to provide users of financial reporting with financial information and indicators that are appropriate and useful for good economic decision-making and also to identify underlying causes Behind the trend of preparers of International Accounting Standards (IAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to use fair value in accounting measurement. To test the validity of the research hypothesis, the impact of using fair value on the quality of financial reporting was measured by measuring the adequacy of financial reporting at Baghdad commercial bank . The researchers came to several conclusions, the main one being that there is an impact of using fair value on bank activities after its application. They recommended that efforts be made to apply fair value across a wider range of financial assets to include all their assets and liabilities properly according to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as the impact may become clearer.

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This study evaluates how International financial reporting standards (IFRS) can control the development of sustainable and fair value of economic entities through the governance role. Following the growing dynamism of the global business world and the growing demands of transparency and accountability, the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) that have been created by the International financial reporting standards Board (IFRSB) are now instrumental to the quality of financial reporting and accruing greater investor and stakeholder trust. In addition, the implementation of these standards in the framework of the effective governance system also helps in enhancing financial and non-financial disclosure concerning sustainability that helps in attaining the long-term value taking into account both economic, social and environmental aspects. The methodology in the study was descriptive-analytical. The sample size of 50 accountants and auditors of different companies was employed to create data using a questionnaire. Analytical data was conducted on the basis of SPSS software and path analysis models. The research model contained three key variables namely, the governance role of IFRS, which serves as the independent variable, the quality of disclosure and transparency, which relates to sustainability as the mediator variable, and the generation of sustainable fair value as dependent variable. The findings showed the direct and indirect influence of governance on sustainable value creation wherein disclosure quality was a partial mediator in such a connection. The results indicate that when corporate governance is combined with the use of international standards, the transparency and corporate responsibility increase and this adds to the long-term corporate value as well as supporting sustainable development and equity among the stakeholders.

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This study aimed to examine the impact of internal auditing on the transparency of financial reports in companies listed on the Baghdad Stock Exchange. The study sought to identify the nature of the relationship between the effectiveness of internal auditing and financial reporting transparency, measure the effect of internal audit independence on the credibility of financial information, and determine its role in reducing accounting errors and financial manipulation. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach and used a questionnaire as the primary tool for data collection. The sample consisted of employees working in auditing, accounting, administrative departments, and other stakeholders concerned with financial reporting. A total of 259 valid questionnaires were collected and analysed. Appropriate statistical methods, including the Chi-Square test, were employed to evaluate the study hypotheses. The findings revealed a statistically significant relationship between internal auditing and the transparency of financial reports. The results also indicated that the independence of internal auditors, their direct reporting relationship with the board of directors, and their unrestricted access to financial records and information significantly enhance the credibility and transparency of financial reporting. Furthermore, the study confirmed that internal auditing plays a significant role in reducing accounting errors and financial manipulation, improving the quality of financial disclosure, and supporting management in making sound financial decisions. The study concluded that internal auditing is an effective control and managerial tool that contributes to strengthening transparency, accountability, and the quality of financial reporting in companies listed on the Baghdad Stock Exchange. The study recommends enhancing the independence of internal audit units, providing adequate support and resources, adhering to international professional standards, and continuously developing the competencies of internal auditors to increase confidence in financial reports and improve the investment environment.

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The purpose of this study is to look into how internal control and auditing procedures affect financial performance in state-owned firms.

The study focuses on the function of these technologies in increasing financial transparency, lowering financial risks, and optimizing resource allocation in public sector organizations. It also investigates the importance of internal audits in discovering errors and financial manipulation, as well as the obstacles associated with adopting these systems in the public sector. The primary premise of this study is that efficient implementation of internal control and auditing systems improves financial performance in state-owned firms by increasing transparency, lowering financial risks, and achieving better resource allocation. A descriptive analytical technique was utilized to collect qualitative and quantitative data from financial managers and internal auditors in state-owned firms using questionnaires and interviews. In addition, financial data and yearly reports were examined to identify the relationship between internal control and auditing systems and financial results. The research hypothesis was supported using statistical tools such as variance analysis and correlation analysis. One of the research's primary results is that effective use of internal control and auditing systems improves financial performance by increasing transparency, minimizing financial errors, and optimizing resource allocations. Furthermore, senior management's backing is vital to these systems' success. The research's crucial direction is to improve and develop internal control and auditing systems in state-owned firms by offering ongoing staff training and implementing new technologies to improve these systems' performance. Beyond that, complete support from top management should be ensured in order to assure the achievement of financial goals and the elimination of operational financial risks.

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This research aims to explore the importance of financial analysis and its contribution to enhancing environmental performance evaluation by utilizing financial ratios in financial analysis and addressing environmental issues to improve and maintain the environment and performance of government units. The research problem centres on the negative impact of neglecting financial analysis of financial statements and the financial information they contain regarding environmental performance on making appropriate decisions in performance evaluation. Therefore, the researchers sought to prove the hypothesis that using financial ratios in financial analysis and comparing financial information with non-financial information enhances environmental performance evaluation procedures. The study examined the environmental reality of the Medical City Directorate under the Ministry of Health, which is considered a unit affecting the environment. It involved an analytical review of the issued reports and financial analysis of the budget execution statement. The research concluded that the government unit in question showed weak environmental performance due to insufficient attention to pollution control, affecting most environmental aspects, and failure to apply environmental laws and regulations. Key recommendations include the need to comply with environmental laws and regulations and the necessity of establishing an environmental auditing plan or program to cover all environmental activities of the directorate.

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This study aimed to analyse the impact of financial leasing revenues on financial performance in the banking sector, by identifying the nature of financial leasing and its benefits, and knowing the extent to which banks benefit from financial leasing and its impact on their banking performance, as well as showing a financing method that enables banks, especially Islamic banks, to rely It must use it to invest its money and investments.

The research referred to the experiences of both Japan and Jordan by knowing the impact of financial leasing in both countries and the extent of their success in benefiting from the advantages provided by this activity. It was found that the success of financial leasing activity in developed countries is evidence of the advantages that this activity provides if it is implemented. correctly.

The research relied on the main hypothesis that financial leasing positively affects the banking financial performance of Islamic banks that adopted this formula.

The research reached the conclusion that financial leasing affects banking performance in developing countries slightly, but its impact in developed countries is better, and the reason for this is due to the instability in the economies of these countries, and this fluctuation in the volume of financial leasing activity in Arab countries reflects many problems and challenges. facing this activity.

One of the most important recommendations reached by the research is the need to provide full support to the banking sector by governments to be able to provide financial leasing services and benefit from them, as well as the need to educate administrators in the banking sector about the importance of financial leasing and the benefits expected from its use.

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The aim of this research is to present the reality of financial inclusion in Iraq, by analyzing the behavior and trends of its financial indicators according to its dimensions (access and usage) for the period (2014 to 2024). This research aims to determine the level of financial inclusion in Iraq and its most important pillars. Based on the basic premise that financial inclusion in Iraq can be measured and analyzed, and the development of its indicators can be monitored. Financial inclusion in Iraq can be expressed using four sets of indicators: banking density and banking penetration, and the spread of electronic payment services to express access. Mobile payment services, and electronic card and bank account penetration indicators, were used to express usage. Two factors were identified as constraints on achieving financial inclusion requirements in Iraq: the financial infrastructure and technology, and the lack of widespread financial awareness among individuals and the skill required to select financial products. This has led to a lack of digital transaction culture among Iraqis, as well as a lack of confidence in financial transactions in this context, due to the prevalence of hacking, fraud, and deception. It is impossible to advance financial inclusion levels in Iraq without addressing these two important and interconnected constraints.

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The research focuses on calculating the expected credit risks according to the IFRS9 9 standard and how to apply this standard in the National Bank of Iraq. IFRS9 9 is an accounting standard that deals with the classification, financial value of financial assets and the management of risks related to them. Modern accounting standards require considering the financial risks of loans and other financial products owned by the bank. The IFRS9 9 standard aims to supply a comprehensive credit risk management system and supply a probable estimate of expected losses on loans and other financial products. The process of calculating the expected credit risk by the IFRS9 9 standard includes several main steps. First, financial products should be classified according to the degree of expected risk. This classification is based on the quantitative and qualitative information relevant to the bank and the credit risk assessment for each category. After that, the expected credit size for each category is decided based on forecasting models and risk estimates. These models are based on a set of accounting, economic and business standards. Historical data and current information are used to decide the expected credit volume and the possible risks entailed by financial portfolios. According to accounting standards, banks must include the expected credit volume in periodic financial reports and constantly update it. This helps third parties, such as investors and regulators, to understand the bank's exposure to credit risks and the efficiency of the bank's risk management. This process is reflected in the volume of credit applied at the National Bank of Iraq by improving the bank's understanding of credit risks and thus the ability to make better decisions in granting loans and managing risks. The aim of this research is to study the calculation of expected credit risks following the IFRS9 9 standard and analyze their impact on the credit volume in its application at the National Bank of Iraq. The focus is on understanding the details of the standard and how to apply it to improve risk management and make better decisions in granting loans. Through this research, we have concluded that calculating the expected credit risks by IFRS9 contributes to enhancing the bank's understanding of credit risks and improving its efficiency in risk management, and the correct application of the standard helps in supplying more transparent and predictable financial reporting of potential losses. Based on the findings, there are some recommendations for improving risk management at the National Bank of Iraq and applying the IFRS9 standard. The bank should strengthen its technical capabilities to collect and analyze financial data and credit ratings in a more correct and effective manner, and the bank should supply continuous training to employees on the standard and methods of its implementation and the use of proper predictive models to calculate the expected credit risks. Finally, the bank should give financial reports in an organized and transparent manner, explaining the expected credit volume and the potential risks entailed by this volume. This will help investors and regulators understand the extent of the bank's exposure to credit risks and the efficiency of the bank's risk management.

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        The research aims to test the financial equilibrium in the Iraqi commercial banks, by utilizing a sample of (9) commercial banks listed in the Iraqi Stock Exchange, for the period (2004-2019). Four financial indicators have been chosen, to measure the financial equilibrium are (liquidity index, profitability index, index financial flexibility, solvency index), and the descriptive and analytical approach was used for the data and information contained in the reports and statements of the research sample banks. Moreover, (Excel-2010) and (SPSS.V.22), to test the hypothesis and answer the question related to the problem of the study and reaching the goals, and as the research reached a set of results. the main finding of this study do not suffer from a financial imbalance resulting from weakness in its four dimensions. Furthermore, this research recommend that, the banks should evaluates its financial performance on an ongoing basis, using indicators of financial equilibrium for its importance in the strength of The financial position of any company with financial activity.

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The research aims to study and analyze the cognitive foundations of analytical procedures and the efficiency of external auditors, in addition to reviewing the relevant literature on the quality of financial reporting. It focuses on the extent to which analytical procedures are applied and on verifying the external auditor’s commitment to their implementation within a selected sample of Iraqi banks (Iraqi National Bank) The study is based on the hypothesis that adopting sound analytical procedures, supported by an audit team that is scientifically and professionally qualified, positively impacts the quality of financial reporting of the audited entity. To achieve the research objectives, the financial statements of the sampled banks were analyzed using financial ratios representing liquidity, activity, leverage, and profitability.

Through a comparison between the ratios used by the external auditors and those applied by the researcher, it was found that the auditors primarily focused on liquidity indicators, applying only the current ratio, without extending the analysis to other ratios related to activity, profitability, and leverage.

The findings revealed that the effective application of analytical procedures by competent external auditors enhances the quality of financial reporting, as each element reinforces the other’s effectiveness; any weakness in one dimension directly affects the reliability of financial reports.

The researcher recommends that analytical procedures and financial ratios be applied by auditors throughout all stages of the audit process, as they provide essential support in determining the nature, timing, and extent of audit tests, while maintaining previous results for comparative and future evaluation purposes..

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This research aims to demonstrate the contribution of internal auditing to help manage and reduce financial risks and achieve financial sustainability. The research included a number of variables to identify risks, their types, the foundations of their management, and the procedures followed to reduce risks. To achieve the research objectives and test its hypotheses, we conducted a case study of the most important financial risks that are likely to face self-financing units in Nineveh Governorate.

The most important results of the study reached by the researcher were the absence of regulations governing the performance of internal auditing to carry out its role in managing and reducing risks, the weakness of the role of internal auditing in achieving financial sustainability, and the lack of a clear program for internal auditing prepared in accordance with sustainability. The study concluded with a number of recommendations, the most important of which are: The necessity of ensuring that there is a plan in each department that includes steps and procedures to reduce the financial risks that may be exposed to and review them continuously. The importance of internal audits directing the unit to prepare reports and data related to sustainability in general and financial sustainability in particular. Internal audit must measure the financial sustainability of financial reporting information through specific quantitative measures

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The study aims to identify the conceptual framework of sustainable accounting and the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in enhancing corporate reporting. Furthermore, it demonstrates the impact of adopting sustainability accounting on the financial reporting of a sample of five companies listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange from the year (2019) to the year (2022). The study relied on the descriptive analytical approach using the SPSS program. The main findings reveal the absence of a statistically significant relationship regarding the influence of disclosure in financial reports to apply sustainability standards on investors' decisions, as well as the absence of a significant relationship between the impact of sustainability accounting and the quality of financial reports. Integrating AI tools—such as machine learning and automated ESG analytics—can bridge these gaps by improving data accuracy, reducing reporting bias, and enhancing transparency. The study recommended a set of recommendations, the most important of which is obligating auditors specialized in the profession of auditing companies not to express an opinion on the validity of financial reports if they are devoid of sustainability accounting reports and supported AI-driven disclosure metrics.

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The form of estimating, analyzing and interpreting the mechanism and channels of influence that financial flexibility can have with its sub-indices represented by (Liquidity CU, Financial Leverage (FL), towards the value of the company (MVA) for a sample of companies listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange consisting of six companies and for the period (2012-2022).), the main goal that the research sought to achieve. To achieve this, in addition to proving its hypotheses, the research adopted the sum of pooled averages methodology based on the Autoregressive Distributed Lag and Pooled Mean Group (PMG/ARDL) methodology, based on data. The Balanced Longitudinal Panel Data, with a number of views amounting to (66) views, and its experimental results came to confirm that high levels of financial flexibility, whether through an increase in the liquidity index or through a decrease in the financial leverage index, are usually accompanied by positive effects on the company value index on... Long term due to the positive impact that financial flexibility has on the rise in the total market value of securities listed on the financial market, This calls for companies to pay attention to financial flexibility indicators and adopt them as a guide in their work because of their significant and effective role in controlling their sources of financing, protecting them from the risk of default, and supporting their ability to seize available investment opportunities, as well as confronting and overcoming financial crises by increasing the size of their assets compared to their debts and ensuring the availability of... Liquidity below the acceptable level.

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Based on the importance of the role played by financial intelligence and behavior in strengthening companies in the financial markets and stabilizing them by achieving an added market value for companies assuming the moral and important impact of financial intelligence and behavior and proving the statistical hypothesis, a major problem was assumed represented in the statement of the impact of financial intelligence and behavior on the financial performance of financial decision makers in the sample of Iraqi companies? Therefore, the study sought to diagnose and explore the companies that provided and achieved levels of financial intelligence represented by profits, revenues and returns, and financial behavior represented by deals and sessions, within the sectors (banks and industry) of the study sample, and using the (ARDL) methodology in a period that extended 2010-2023 with a detailed theoretical description of the latest concepts and methods of measurement for both financial intelligence and behavior, as the results of the analysis of the first model of banks proved that there is a direct, significant and escalating impact that begins with revenues through profits and ends Returns are the most important in such a sector characterized by many and severe risks and from different internal and external environments, unlike the industry sector, which is affected by other factors, so it is necessary to follow the best market model that has achieved the highest levels of intelligence and behavior of financials for the duration of the research in order to be a model for consolidating weak and declining levels of behavior and intelligence in a number of companies and sectors.

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This research aims to demonstrate the role of digital technology tools in enhancing financial health within Iraqi commercial banks. The central research question is: "Do digital technology tools contribute to enhancing financial health?" This question is further broken down into several sub-questions. To achieve the research objective, hypotheses related to the correlation and influence between the main research variables were adopted. The central hypothesis states: "There is a statistically significant correlation and influence relationship between digital technology tools and enhancing financial health." The research relied on financial stability reports published by the Central Bank of Iraq for the period 2019-2024. The research population consisted of Iraqi commercial banks, and several financial equations and statistical methods were employed. The research reached a number of conclusions, most notably that banks vary in their level of digital technology adoption. This variation stems from each bank's unique policies, procedures, and approach to achieving its objectives, including resource allocation, acquisition methods, risk tolerance, and profitability targets. The research also offered several recommendations, the most important being the necessity of employing modern digital technology tools to enhance the financial stability of banks and contribute to improved financial health. This can be achieved by integrating these tools as fundamental pillars of the Iraqi banking sector.

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The research aims to understand the change in capital structure and its impact on financial stability, clarifying its features for decision-makers, thus enabling them to make sound decisions, especially investors. One of the most important objectives of the research was to determine the financial stability of the research sample during the research period, relying on the Altman model adopted in the financial stability process. The sample included five banks: (Bank of Baghdad, Bank of Babylon, Gulf Bank, United Investment Bank, and Sumer Bank). The research period was from 2015 to 2019. The researchers relied on financial analysis to present the results and clarify the nature of the relationship between the two variables. They reached a number of results, the most important of which is that the change in capital structure leads to an impact on the financial stability of the banks in the research sample. One of the most important recommendations reached by the research is the necessity of maintaining the capital structure from changes affecting it by relying on attracting investors, especially from outside the country.

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Administrative and financial corruption has many causes, including political, social, and economic ones. It can be internal or external, leaving profound impacts on the economic and social structure of both developing and developed countries. Administrative and financial corruption has become the greatest enemy of development plans and programs. It has spread backwardness, significantly Impacting all aspects of life and the general activities of citizens, even undermining the political system by emptying It of the foundations of stability. This leads to significant losses of money, effort, and time, as well as missed opportunities for progress and prosperity. Therefore, this research aims to employ governance to combat financial and administrative corruption and reduce poverty by addressing the importance of governance, its indicators, and the forms of financial and administrative corruption. The research concludes that the cost and Impact of financial and administrative corruption are very significant, depriving societies of their right to equality and increasing the suffering of the working class (the poor). The research also highlights the need to raise awareness in society about the importance of governance as a safe haven and a strong shield that protects Institutions from the scourge of financial and administrative corruption.

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This research aims to identify the role of banking governance in rationalizing financial decisions, and in order to achieve this, a hypothetical scheme was formulated from which the assumptions emerged which state the existence of correlations and influence between banking governance and the rationalization of financial decisions. Banking has a role in rationalizing financial decisions in banks, and the questionnaire form was used to collect data, and Rafidain Bank (in its Mosul and Bartella branches) was chosen as a community to implement the research, and its employees are a sample of 34 respondents. Data were analyzed and conclusions were drawn through the statistical program (SPSS). Ver 16), and many conclusions were reached, the most important of which is (that banking governance has an important role in rationalizing financial decisions in banks, and that the level of its approval and rationalization of financial decisions in the researched bank is roughly average) and based on the conclusions a set of proposals was proposed, the most important of which is (increase The interest of banks in banking governance because of its important role and clear influence in rationalizing financial decisions and thus contribute to making sound financial decisions to achieve goals Behold the strategy).

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The study aims to figure out the extent to which the commitment to the application of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) affects the results of the evaluation of banking performance, the study  based on a key premise that the commitment of commercial banks to the application of international financial reporting standards positively affects the results of the evaluation of banking performance through the preparation of financial statements that are transparent, appropriate and comparable with other banks in all countries of the world, For the purpose of testing the hypothesis of the research and achieving its objectives, the deductive approach was used in the presentation, study and analysis of research variables in the theoretical aspect, the descriptive quantitative analytical approach and the comparative method were adopted in the practical aspect.

The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the results of the ratios and financial indicators based on the amounts extracted from the financial statements prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards reflected positively on the evaluation of the performance of banks and led to improving the results of the performance evaluation of the bank and the process of comparison with the ratios of banks in other countries.

The study also recommended the need to intensify efforts among the relevant authorities concerned with the process of applying international financial reporting standards in banks to increase focus and shed light on finding a unified mechanism for the application of standards and follow up on their proper application.

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The research discussed the importance of non-financial information and the extent of its disclosure and its reflection on the market value of Iraqi commercial banks. The research sample included in the Iraq Stock Exchange, as a list of information required to be disclosed in banks consisting of (67) elements was prepared, and applied to each of the banks as a sample Research to find out whether the bank discloses the information or not, and the information was divided into four groups: a strategy, a non-financial financial, and another to measure the independent variable represented by the non-financial disclosure, while the average annual price of the share was used as a measure to measure the dependent variable represented by the market value of bank shares, which is It is extracted by (the annual trading volume of the bank the number of shares traded), and among the most important conclusions reached by the research are: There is no correlation and moral impact between the non-financial disclosure and the market value. While the research concluded with presenting a set of recommendations, the most important of which are: The need for investors to be aware of the importance of non-financial disclosure as it provides additional information related to risk management such as risks (credit, market, liquidity, interest rates, foreign currency) and future expectations regarding stock prices, cash flows, revenues and profits. And capital expenditures, given that the disclosure of financial information does not provide investors with the future evaluation of the bank and the ability to fully understand the opportunities and risks, which helps them in the process of visualizing future risks and opportunities in addition to evaluating the financial expectations of the bank in the distant future, which enables them to make a rational decision in investing in the bank’s shares.

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This study aimed to demonstrate the impact of financial and operational risks on the profitability of Iraqi Islamic banks as of (2014-2019), where the study population consists of all employees of Iraqi Islamic banks, with a total of (8) banks. The sample of the study consisted of (50) individuals. Eviews software was used for statistical analysis, and the analytical descriptive statistical method was applied in this study. To achieve the study objectives, the following indicators were used to express financial risks: credit risk, interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and capital adequacy risk. The indicators below were used to express: With regard to financial performance (return on assets, return on equity), the difficulty of the research was the significant growth in these risks due to technological progress and the creation of new financial instruments, and the study found that financial risks had a harmful effect On the financial performance of the Iraqi banks. In the light of the previous results. The report concluded with a number of suggestions, the most important of which are: the need for Iraqi banks to implement a specific plan for risk management that improves financial performance, as well as setting up preventive and corrective internal control mechanisms. Credit grants are expanded.

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This research aims to explore the role of accounting in improving the financial performance of both public and private institutions, focusing on how modern accounting tools such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and cloud-based accounting software can enhance financial efficiency and increase transparency. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, using surveys to collect data from accountants and financial managers within various institutions. Financial performance was assessed using key financial indicators such as Return on Investment (ROI), Return on Assets (ROA), liquidity ratios, and profitability ratios. Additionally, the research analyzes the economic and regulatory challenges institutions face in implementing modern accounting systems and the impact these challenges have on the accuracy of financial reporting. The findings indicate that the use of modern accounting systems significantly improves financial efficiency by accelerating the process of data collection and analysis, thus enabling more accurate strategic decision-making. The results also reveal that institutions face economic and regulatory challenges, such as changes in laws and regulations, which affect the effectiveness of accounting systems.

The research concludes that adopting modern accounting systems positively impacts financial performance but requires a flexible environment to adapt to economic and regulatory challenges.

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Capital structure is considered a fundamental topic in the field of financial management due to its vital role in supporting corporate financial decisions and its direct impact on financial performance and returns. This study aims to analyze the role of capital structure indicators on abnormal stock returns, with a specific focus on industrial companies listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange, as these returns serve as important indicators of market efficiency and the influence of financial decisions.

The study addresses the relationship between the components of capital structures such as debt and equity—and deviations in stock returns from expected values. These deviations may reflect unexpected opportunities or additional risks borne by investors. The research problem was formulated through inquiries into the impact of the financing mix used by companies on abnormal returns, as well as the extent to which these returns are affected by financial risk and the environmental challenges faced by the Iraqi market.

The significance of this study lies in its attempt to explain how changes in financial leverage influence abnormal returns. It also provides practical indicators that enhance the efficient use of financial resources and help investors gain a better understanding of how to evaluate their returns and expectations based on the components of capital structure. Furthermore, the study seeks to offer insights and recommendations that support financial decision-makers in choosing a balanced capital structure that contributes to growth and risk reduction. The study adopts an analytical approach that integrates theoretical foundations with empirical measurement of financial leverage indicators and abnormal returns, by analyzing data from a sample of listed industrial companies.

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The research aims to shed light on the stages of development of the balanced score card to the sustainable balanced score card. And according to what the sustainable balanced scorecard contains of many non-financial indicators in its three perspectives except for the financial one, so the research aimed to employ the card and identify its indicators, which usually function as a performance evaluation, so that those same indicators are the non-financial information that is disclosed within The integrated report model, which represents the most advanced generation of reporting.

The electronic payment card company Qcard was chosen to implement the proposed research model. As its financial and administrative reports were analyzed, in addition to conducting extensive interviews with the heads of various departments in the company, the sample of the research. The indicators that formed the sustainable balanced scorecard and which later represented the guide for preparing the integrated report form were identified after distributing the indicators that represent non-financial information on the nine components of the integrated report form.

And the most important conclusion was the operation of non-financial information, in addition to financial information, which led to the activation of management accounting tools, facilitating the formulation of the strategy of the economic unit, the implementation of the strategic objectives of the economic unit, and the achievement of sustainability requirements. Its performance from multiple points of view and enabled the management accountant and management to quantify expectations to the nearest degree of accuracy, which leads to correcting the evaluation process and expanding the area of ​​correction options that can be put forward in the strategic performance evaluation process. As for the most important recommendation, it was necessary to unify the efforts of academics and professionals to raise the level of application of management accounting tools in economic units, and to employ those tools in enabling units to achieve sustainability requirements, and the consequent necessity of developing management accountant skills in preparing reports that feed departments with information. Necessary to fulfill these requirements.

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Digital markets have undergone significant transformations, creating opportunities for growth but also presenting challenges related to the reliability of information and the emergence of "information manipulation" practices that negatively impact investors' decisions. This research aims to analyze the role of financial accounting in mitigating this phenomenon by highlighting the relationship between the quality of accounting information and the level of transparency in digital markets. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach to review previous literature, alongside a survey method through a questionnaire distributed to a sample of 112 individuals, including accountants, auditors, and investors. The research focused on specialized tools and techniques in digital financial accounting, such as the implementation of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), which aim to standardize and regulate financial disclosure globally. The study also addressed electronic accounting information systems, relying on cloud-based software like QuickBooks and Xero, which help improve financial transparency and facilitate precise tracking of financial transactions. Additionally, the study emphasized the role of external independent auditing, which contributes to ensuring the credibility of financial data and reducing manipulation, as well as the importance of corporate governance through the application of strict rules to ensure transparent financial disclosure, thereby enhancing trust in digital markets. The results revealed a noticeable prevalence of information manipulation in digital markets, such as inflated indicators and exaggerated advertisements. The study also found a statistically significant inverse relationship between the quality of accounting information and information manipulation, where the application of international standards, electronic accounting systems, external auditing, and corporate governance significantly contribute to reducing manipulation and enhancing the reliability of information.

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The current study aims to predict the failure of companies through the use of financial ratios derived from cash flow disclosure and then categorize them into two categories, the safe category means that the company is in a secure financial position capable of providing cash and fulfilling financial obligations, and the second category is the unsafe category where the company is In a troubled financial situation unable to meet the financial obligations, as (11) financial ratios derived from the cash flow statement were used, and the study was applied in the Iraq Stock Exchange, as the sample consisted of (42) companies listed in it and for the period 2016-2020. Through the use of logistic regression analysis to the prediction model that works to classify companies, with an accuracy rate of 52.4%, the model consists of (4) financial ratios, which are (the ratio of operational activity, the ratio of operating cash to sales, the ratio of operating cash return to total assets, and finally the percentage of cash return operating to total liabilities)

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The banking crisis occurs in the banking system when cash withdrawals from all types of bank accounts by bank customers suddenly rise, that is, when the bank’s or financial institution’s liabilities are greater than financial assets and then its inability to cover the liabilities, then the cash and its equivalents are not guaranteed. The quality of the loan portfolio and the increase in bad loans from it have an impact on the financial position, and for this reason and in the aftermath of the recent financial crisis (2008), the International Accounting Standards Board, in cooperation with international organizations, issued the International Financial Reporting Standard (9) to recalculate the expected credit losses of financial instruments according to scientific grounds To avoid defaulting in debt repayment, the research focused on the challenges facing commercial and Islamic banks in Iraq in implementing the guiding regulations issued by the Central Bank of Iraq, which mandated the application of the standard as of 2019 in light of the capabilities available in those banks.
With the aim of the research to shed light on the requirements of the standard IFRS-9) and procedures for banks in the application of the standard and the role of the Central Bank of Iraq in monitoring banks to ensure that those requirements are met. The research reached several conclusions, the most important of which is that the timing of the application of the standard is not appropriate due to the circumstances that Iraq is going through, and many commercial activities have stopped due to the outbreak of the Corona virus with the decline in oil prices. 2019 until a later time until the appropriate environment for the application is available

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This research aims to shed light on the concept of real-time financial reporting, the benefits of preparing such reports, and to demonstrate the concept and importance of financial reporting transparency. It also aims to identify the role of real-time financial reporting in improving the transparency of financial reporting. To achieve the research objectives, a questionnaire was distributed to a number of employees at the Baghdad Soft Drinks Company. The research reached several conclusions, including that real-time financial reporting represents a qualitative leap for entities seeking to maintain their competitiveness and flexibility in today's rapidly evolving environment. By providing immediate access to accurate financial data, these reports enable better decision-making, strengthen financial control, improve forecasting, increase transparency, and comply with regulations.

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Financial inclusion, defined as the process of ensuring access to appropriate financial services for all individuals and businesses, plays a crucial role in driving economic development and reducing poverty. In this context, universal banks—also known as full-service or universal banks—have emerged as key players in promoting financial inclusion by offering a wide range of financial services under one roof. These institutions provide individuals and businesses with access to savings, credit, insurance, investments, and payment services, which are essential for participating in modern economic activities.

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This research examines how digital technology can be used to prevent financial crises and improve organizations' financial performance. It explains what digital transformation means in financial environments and how it impacts current processes and systems. It also reviews the main causes of financial failure in banks, such as mismanagement, lack of information, and weak oversight. It also examines how banks' ability to make informed financial decisions and anticipate risks can be enhanced to reduce financial failure through digital transformation. It also analyzes the challenges and obstacles that banks may face when implementing digital transformation strategies and how they can be overcome

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This study aimed to measure the impact of using financial technology (FinTech) on improving the profitability indicators of Iraqi banks, and to demonstrate the implications of this digital transformation on urban and regional planning policies in Iraq for the period 2023-2025. The research problem is centered on the extent to which digital financial innovations contribute to enhancing banking returns, and how this transformation reshapes spatial land use and affects the distribution of services within cities and regions. To achieve the study's objectives, the researcher adopted a descriptive-analytical approach to frame the theoretical concepts, and an applied approach through the analysis of financial data from a sample of leading Iraqi banks in adopting financial technology during the period (2023-2025), and cross-referencing it with spatial development and urban planning indicators. The study reached a number of key findings, most notably the statistically significant positive impact of using financial technology on increasing the profitability rates of Iraqi banks, resulting from reduced operating costs (OpEx) and decreased reliance on traditional physical branches.

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This study highlights the vital role played by electronic banking in enhancing financial inclusion in Iraq, considering the challenges facing the financial sector—particularly the limited integration of large segments of the population into the formal banking system. The study is based on a problem concerning the limited role of electronic banking in expanding financial inclusion and seeks to evaluate its actual contribution in this field.

The study aims to diagnose the current state of electronic banking in Iraqi banks, determine the extent of the spread and usage of the services provided among the public, and measure the impact of these services on financial inclusion indicators—such as increasing the number of bank accounts and facilitating access to credit and other financial services. It also reviews the challenges hindering the spread of electronic banking, whether related to infrastructure, the regulatory framework, or the lack of awareness and trust among users.

The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, relying on official data issued by the central bank and commercial banks, in addition to an inductive approach that traces the relationship between the development of electronic banking and financial inclusion indicators. Despite the persistence of some geographical and social gaps, the study recommends the need to develop digital infrastructure, enhance financial literacy, and update regulatory frameworks to keep pace with the digital transformation of banking in Iraq.

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This research was conducted in one of the general directorates of the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, which is the General Directorate of Rusafa Electricity Distribution, for three years (2015, 2016, and 2017). The research focused on the problem of lack of interest in the accounting disclosure of social responsibility in the financial statements in the aforementioned directorate.
The aim of the research is to demonstrate the role of accounting disclosure on social activities carried out by economic units in the financial financial statements, in addition to explaining the role of accounting disclosure on social activities in evaluating the performance of economic units,
The research, through measuring social performance indicators that include financial performance and non-financial (social) performance, reached conclusions, the most important of which is the lack of accounting disclosure about the costs and expenditures of social responsibility despite the fact that the General Directorate for Distribution of Al-Rasafa Electricity bears the expenses of its social performance.
The researcher recommended the necessity of enacting laws and instructions that oblige economic units to pay attention to social performance and allocating the necessary sums in the state’s general budget and disclosing them in the financial statements in order to achieve the goal of social responsibility, which is to achieve the gains that can be achieved. These units are in their nature units aimed at achieving profits.

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This study aims to examine the nature of the relationship between deposit structure and financial recovery in commercial banks. The sample consisted of ten Iraqi commercial banks during the period 2014–2023, and the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method was applied to analyze the relationship and effects among the study variables. The findings reveal that the deposit structure has a significant impact on several financial recovery indicators, namely return on equity (ROE), return on assets (ROA), capital adequacy ratio (CAR), and non-performing loans (NPL). The results further indicate that both savings deposits and time deposits exerted a negative effect on ROA, reflecting the limited ability of Iraqi banks to allocate depositors’ funds efficiently and generate adequate returns. Conversely, time deposits showed a clear positive impact on ROE. In addition, all types of deposits were found to have a positive and significant effect on both NPL and CAR, suggesting that growth in deposits increases lending activities and profitability, while also being associated with higher levels of non-performing loans. The significance of this study stems from the fact that deposits represent the primary source of funding for commercial banks and account for the largest share of their resources. However, the distribution of deposits by type and maturity does not necessarily guarantee financial recovery, particularly in light of the financial, health, economic, political, and technological crises that have adversely affected the Iraqi banking sector. Accordingly, the central research question is posed: To what extent does the deposit structure contribute to strengthening the ability of Iraqi commercial banks to achieve financial recovery?   The study concludes that bank managements should improve the quality of banking services and adopt both pricing and non-pricing strategies to attract more stable deposits, while directing them toward high-quality assets and investments that can enhance financial performance.

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The research This research aims to demonstrate the importance of financial statements, the determinants of their effectiveness, and their relationship to administrative decisions. The General Authority for Taxes and the General Authority of Customs, both affiliated with the Iraqi Ministry of Finance, are obligated to implement tax laws. Furthermore, a Tax Policy Department was established within the Economic Department of the Iraqi Ministry of Finance in 2005. This department is responsible for drafting tax laws and developing tax strategy in Iraq. Consequently, decision-makers, assessors, and auditors within the General Authority for Taxes are required to possess professional qualifications and skills that enable them to examine financial data at a high level, particularly data prepared according to International Accounting Standards. They are also responsible for providing electronic software to facilitate administrative decisions aimed at achieving fairness in the distribution of the tax burden, saving time, and enhancing trust between taxpayers and the tax authority. This has made administrative assessment the foundation of the practical application of tax accounting. The research successfully addresses two key questions: First, do financial statements encourage or discourage administrative decision-making? The second question is whether the Iraqi legislator succeeded in achieving a balance between the interests of the state, society, and taxpayers through the tax system. The methodology used in this research was deductive, employing a descriptive approach to analyze financial reports (2021-2023) and an inductive approach using econometric analysis to refute the initial hypothesis: (There is no relationship between financial statements and administrative decisions). This was demonstrated by the results of the assessment memoranda, which showed that the relationship between financial statements and administrative decisions is interconnected, representing a part-whole relationship, as they constitute a significant financial resource and their proportion in the state's public revenues has increased.

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This study aims to analyze the role of banking digitalization in enhancing financial inclusion in Iraq by assessing the impact of digital banking services on empowering groups excluded from the formal financial system. The study adopts a quantitative analytical approach based on panel data from a sample of Iraqi commercial banks over the period 2015–2024. It examines financial inclusion indicators, including the number of newly opened bank accounts, the volume of electronic transactions, and the proportion of loans directed toward individuals and small businesses. These indicators are analyzed against banking digitalization measures, represented by the adoption of mobile and internet banking services and the volume of investments in technological infrastructure. Panel data regression models, namely Fixed Effects and Random Effects, are employed, in addition to the Hausman test to determine the most appropriate model. Instrumental Variables (IV) models are also used to address the potential issue of reverse causality between banking digitalization and the increasing demand for banking services. The results reveal a positive and statistically significant effect of banking digitalization on enhancing financial inclusion, particularly through increasing the use of electronic transactions and facilitating remote account opening. The findings also indicate variations in the magnitude of this effect between state-owned and private banks, with a greater impact observed among private banks, which demonstrate greater flexibility in adopting modern technologies. The study concludes that banking digitalization represents an effective pathway toward expanding financial inclusion in Iraq, provided that digital infrastructure is strengthened and public trust in electronic services is enhanced. The study offers several recommendations for policymakers and banks to improve access to financial services and empower financially underserved and unbanked populations.

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Due to the boom in information technology and the space it occupies in all joints of life, especially financial, economic, military..... Etc. This technology has to be used and utilized in financial analysis to help investors make the best investment decision. The researcher deals with the mechanism and method of creating a computerized model using Microsoft Access to extract the results of financial ratios and calculate the average cost of financing, in addition to identify the fair share price and compare it with the market price, for the purpose of identifying the level of deviation in the market price, whether higher or lower than Fair price. The program has been fed with mathematical functions to help extract results so that investors can use them anytime possible. The researcher considered the use of this type of software helps to prevent manipulation and modification of the results extracted, allowing the opportunity for all dealers to get the results fairly and equally with opportunities. The researcher reached a number of conclusions the most important are the arrival of information technology beyond the expected point of access, and therefore boundless. Information technology can also be used to improve the country's financial reality and keep pace with developments in the financial sector worldwide. In addition to the conclusions, the researcher Suggested set of recommendations for those who wish to take them out of the most important, the need to enter information technology and programming in the construction of the financial and economic sector of the country because of its speed in performance, processing and accuracy in the results. It is also necessary to start establishing information technology centers to help build state sectors on the latest methods and techniques.

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This research paper aims to analyze and measure the impact of Financial Technology (FinTech) spread on enhancing tax collection performance and mitigating tax evasion in Iraq over the period 2018–2022. The study adopts both descriptive-analytical and econometric approaches. A composite index—the Digital Financial Services Spread Index (DFSDI)—was constructed as the independent variable based on the density of Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), Point of Sale (POS) terminals, and Point of Card (POC) payment devices, using the Min-Max normalization method. Tax collection performance (the dependent variable) was measured indirectly through the ratio of tax revenues to non-oil Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The empirical results using Pearson correlation analysis and Simple Linear Regression showed no statistically significant relationship or impact of the DFSDI index on the tax collection ratio at a significance level of )alpha = 0.05( The correlation coefficient was )r = -0.541( with a )p-value of 0.346(, and the coefficient of determination was )R2 = 0.293( with an statistically insignificant slope coefficient of )beta = -2.297( (p=0.346). Consequently, the null hypothesis (H0) was not rejected. The economic interpretation suggests that while the expansion of digital financial services infrastructure serves as an enabling tool, it does not automatically translate into improved tax collection without direct integration and electronic linkage with tax administration processes such as e-invoicing, e-filing, automated tax payments, and database cross-checking—alongside limitations imposed by the short time series. The paper concludes that FinTech adoption must be part of a comprehensive tax reform strategy incorporating direct digitalization and institutional integration

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This study aimed to shed light on compliance auditing and the risks associated with non-compliance, while demonstrating the impact of compliance auditing on the quality of accounting information contained in the financial statements, applied to a sample of Iraqi banks listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange. The study also addressed the concept of compliance auditing as one of the branches of modern auditing that focuses on verifying institutions' compliance with laws, standards, and regulations, and its role in enhancing transparency, credibility, and improving the quality of accounting information. This study was based on the hypothesis that fulfilling compliance auditing requirements in the correct and proper manner by audit committees can result in a set of distinct benefits, including expressing a neutral professional opinion on ensuring the level of quality of accounting information for entities subject to auditing that meets the requirements of a wide range of investors. The study problem was embodied through a set of questions, including (Do economic units operating in the local environment seek to adopt compliance auditing practices for their financial statements and statements? Do economic units operating in the local environment realize the role that compliance auditing practices play in improving the image of the auditing profession for a wide range of investors? Does adherence to compliance auditing practices affect ensuring a certain level of quality of accounting information for entities subject to auditing, especially in an environment where the importance of transparency and financial accountability increases? In order to achieve the objectives of the study and examine and test its hypothesis, the study adopted the descriptive analytical approach. By constructing and formulating a questionnaire form that was distributed to the study sample consisting of a group of auditors, compliance monitors and financial accountants working in the banking sector, and then analyzing the study data through the use of a number of statistical means and methods.

The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that there is an important role for compliance auditing in enhancing the quality of accounting information, and there is a statistically significant moral effect of compliance auditing on the quality of accounting information in its dimensions.

The study also recommended the need for continuous assessment of the extent of banks' compliance with laws and standards, and the application of effective internal control systems that support compliance auditing tasks and ensure early detection of any violations, and the development of proactive plans to avoid financial and legal risks associated with non-compliance.

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       This study aims to present a proposed model for examining compliance with International Accounting Standard IAS 34 related to interim financial reports, in light of the requirements of the International Standard on Review of Interim Reports (ISRE 2410). The research relies on a comparative analysis of the requirements of the two standards to identify similarities in requirements as a prelude to designing the audit and review procedures required by external auditors. Based on the above, the first practical aspect was conducted by designing an examination form to determine the level of compliance with the requirements of IAS 34 and designing audit opinions and reviewing the requirements for preparing interim reports. The second practical aspect was the design of a questionnaire containing three sections related to ISA 34 and ISAE 2410. The primary conclusions indicate that a proposed model for assessing compliance with IAS 34, grounded in international auditing standards, improves the accuracy and transparency of interim financial reports while diminishing the variance in audit and review methodologies between external auditors and economic entities. Interim financial reports are not subject to external audit and review, as is the case with annual financial reports. Rather, the review is limited to a limited scope that is not binding on the units, and an opinion is not expressed in the audit report. Attention should be paid to including all detailed information in interim reports, as is the case with annual reports. The most prominent recommendations were to subject interim financial reports to audit and review, as well as to express a neutral technical opinion on the results obtained. It is necessary to develop specialized training programs for external auditors to implement interim review procedures in accordance with ISRE 2410 using the proposed model.

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  The research aims to propose a model for the sustainable growth rate for financially distressed companies. The proposed model for the sustainable growth rate is derived from the (Higgins, 1977) model for the sustainable growth rate. The research used a sample of banks listed in the Iraq Stock Exchange for the period (2010-2020), which showed The results of the practical side are that there are four banks that were in financial difficulty, (Bank Of Baghdad, Iraqi Middle East Investment Bank, National Bank Of Iraq, Credit Bank Of Iraq), and that the model of sustainable growth rate for the proposed financially distressed banks is based on the basic principle of retaining profits and not distributing them to the bank’s shareholders, and the low growth rate The sustainability of the distressed banks is reflected in the decrease in the standard deviation, and thus the decrease in the financial risk of the financially troubled banks, and the research sample banks should better invest their internal funds sources to reduce the risks of external borrowing, and thus increase their financial returns with the least possible risks, and the financially distressed banks should focus on increasing the margin Net profit and asset turnover  of  only.                                                                                                            

Keyword: Financial Distressed , Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR), The rate of sustainable growth of , Retained Earnings, Financial Risk .  ,( )   Financial Distressed

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The importance of this research lies in its addressing a highly important and contemporary topic by focusing on employing artificial intelligence techniques as an advanced analytical tool in the work of the auditor. This employment aims to enhance the auditor's ability to detect fraudulent practices in financial statements, which contributes to raising the quality of the audit process and keeping pace with global technological developments. This is reflected in reducing detection risks and enhancing the auditor's understanding of the economic unit's environment under audit. AI-based auditing contributes to providing accurate and distinctive information that supports the process of detecting fraud in financial statements, which positively impacts reducing the risk of financial fraud. Moreover, adopting AI in audit firms gives them a tangible competitive advantage and supports enhancing stakeholders' confidence in the results and reliability of the audit process. To achieve this, a survey form was designed for this purpose to survey the opinions of a sample of auditors and employees in audit units who have professional experience related to the nature of the research. The research reached a number of conclusions, including that the sample agreed that the contribution of AI systems to improving the accuracy of detecting financial fraud compared to traditional methods based on manual rules came in first place, while adopting the hybrid approach that combines AI and traditional rules is the best practice in fraud detection systems came in second place, with regard to the extent of AI's contribution to detecting and reducing financial fraud.

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As a result of the great developments witnessed by the business environment in recent years, this has led to the necessity of shifting all transactions in accounting systems from the manual system to the electronic system, as these systems are characterized by providing accurate results in a short time compared to the manual system. Therefore, this research aims to demonstrate the effect of applying Information technology governance mechanisms according to the COBIT framework in enhancing investors’ confidence in the financial statements, and testing whether these mechanisms (planning and organization, support and delivery, ownership and implementation, follow-up and evaluation) have a role in enhancing investors’ confidence in the financial statements. The research dealt with private banks operating in the Iraqi environment as a community to conduct the practical test, while the sample included individuals working in these banks. To obtain data, the researchers prepared a questionnaire form, where (125) questionnaires were distributed, from which (118) were recovered, of which (110) were valid for analysis. While (8) were excluded because they were not valid, the researchers adopted the statistical program (SPSS) to reach the results. The research reached several conclusions, the most important of which is that information technology governance according to the (COBIT) framework contributes fundamentally to the preparation of financial reports that are characterized by reliability and appropriateness because one of the governance standards is Highlighting the accuracy and objectivity of financial reports, in addition to adherence to rules and legislation, and this is reflected positively in enhancing investors’ confidence in the financial statements provided by the banks in the research sample. One of the most important recommendations presented by the research is the necessity of bank management adopting the COBIT framework as a means of information technology governance and control, as well as the necessity of qualifying human resources in banks to use modern and advanced information systems in order to achieve the maximum benefits desired from this technology in obtaining appropriate outputs that reflect positively. On the quality of financial reports provided by the banks in the research sample.

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This study aims to analyze the impact of external audit efficiency and the strengthening of internal control systems on reducing financial manipulation, as key accounting tools for combating poverty-driven corruption in contemporary economic environments. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach through reviewing relevant accounting literature and international auditing standards to develop a theoretical framework explaining the relationship between audit quality and the effectiveness of internal controls in minimizing financial manipulation and irregularities. The findings indicate that higher levels of external audit efficiency, combined with a strong and integrated internal control system, significantly enhance the credibility of financial reports and reduce information asymmetry among related parties. Furthermore, adherence to professional and regulatory standards improves the quality of financial disclosure and transparency, thereby increasing investor confidence and supporting economic stability. The study concludes that developing auditing and control mechanisms is essential for reducing financial corruption and mitigating its social impacts related to poverty

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The role played by the internal audit in any service establishment or profitability is an important focus in the work of that establishment because it is considered the safety valve and controls the extent of the commitment of the economic unit of the instructions in force in its operational and the extent of its commitment to accounting systems and financial reports, which will reflect on the efficiency and effectiveness of those The economic unit in its stand to try to exploit its work in the administrative and financial corruption, which is one of the serious factors that destroy the work of that establishment internally and externally.
In this research, which undermined the role of internal auditing in the process of reducing the administrative and financial corruption in the General Authority for Taxation through the knowledge of the duties assigned to the internal audit and the need to comply with the instructions issued by the General Authority for Taxes because any violation of these instructions may be a door of administrative and financial corruption Which requires that the internal auditor has an important role in standing against any attempt that may be exploited to exercise administrative and financial corruption in his obligation and instructions and to inform the administration of any violation in the tax work .

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The aim of the research is to clarify the role of financial engineering and its applicable tools in banks and how to manage banking risks. In order to achieve the research objective, the research problem was formulated with the following question: What is the role of financial engineering in managing and reducing banking risks?

Then the hypothesis was formulated to answer the research problem. The researcher relied on the descriptive analytical approach, as the researcher collected data and information through references and literature from books, periodicals, master’s theses, doctoral dissertations, Arab and foreign scientific journals, and browsing the international information network (the Internet) to track the latest scientific developments regarding the research topic.

The researcher reached a set of results, the most prominent of which is that risks are inherent in banking work without exception, regardless of the type of bank or the type of activity it carries out. Financial engineering tools were and still are the subject of great controversy among those dealing with them and studying them. Some of them strongly support their use, while others consider them the cause of financial crises.

The researcher also recommends the most important of which is establishing the foundations of financial engineering and financial risk management and clarifying their limits so that the bank can benefit from their tools and products. Paying attention to training accountants and intensifying communication work that increases the confidence of customers and society as a whole in the bank’s services, which reduces risks on the one hand and increases the size of the portfolio and deposits on the other hand.

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This study aims to determine the extent of the impact of financing on the market value of firms, by using a sample consisting of six financial firms listed in the Iraq Stock Exchange distributed between the two sectors (insurance and investment), and these companies constitute 60% of the research community for the period (2012-2021), based on the quarterly data to form (240) observations, and for the purpose of testing the hypothesis of the study, the Panel Data technology and the outputs of the Eviews-10 statistical program were relied upon, and multiple regression analysis was relied upon to identify the relationship between the explanatory variable (financial leverage) and the controlling variables (company size , fixed assets, growth opportunities, and trading ratio), with the dependent variable (market value), and the estimation results revealed that there is a statistically significant negative effect between the financial leverage and the market value of the firm, and that the firm's trading ratio and its fixed assets positively and significantly affected the value of the company It also showed that there is a significant negative impact of the firm's size and its growth rate in the market value, This result was consistent with financial theory and related studies in its various environments. Accordingly, about 43% of the change was reached, The outcome of the firm's market value is explained through the variables of the current study, which prompts financial managers to increase interest in how to form suitable sources of financing in a way that reflects positively on the firm's value in the market.

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The current research presents the idea of ​​using deep learning tools and employing them in financial aspects due to their significant role and ability to explore unobservable aspects in light of financial models governed by a set of restrictions, conditions and linear relationships. On the other hand, the nature of financial data that tends to be non-linear and suffers from the missing of monthly closing prices, which imposes a state of data loss. All of this provides preference for deep learning models, including the neural network tool. The research aims to estimate financial returns in light of the capital asset pricing model CAPM as a financial model and neural networks as a deep learning tool in addition to the mask & padding tool to address the problem of missing data. The knowledge gap was determined by the inability of the capital asset pricing model to explore hidden and invisible aspects and overcome non-linear relationships. The research sample consisted of 42 organizations listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange for the period from 1/1/2021 to 31/12/2024 with 60 observations. The research concluded that the neural network tool is able to overcome the determinants in light of financial models and provide accurate estimates of returns are close to estimates under the capital asset pricing model.

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This study aimed to measure the impact of digital transformation on the financial performance of the Iraqi banking sector during the period (2020–2025). To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive-analytical approach was adopted through the analysis of financial data obtained from a sample of Iraqi banks under investigation. In parallel, a quantitative approach was employed using a questionnaire administered to a sample of (777) respondents. The results revealed a statistically significant statistically significant association between digital transformation variables, represented by digital services, artificial intelligence, and technological platforms, and financial performance indicators, namely Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE). The findings also indicated that digital transformation contributes effectively to reducing operating costs and enhancing the operational efficiency of the surveyed banks. Based on these findings, the study proposed a set of recommendations focusing on the necessity of strengthening digital infrastructure, intensifying specialized training programs for human resources, and developing cybersecurity frameworks to ensure the sustainability of financial performance within the rapidly evolving digital environment.

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This research aims to explore the role of agile auditing as a modern approach in developing the audit function & profession and enhancing financial transparency in economic units, with a focus on the possibility of application in the Iraqi environment. The research addresses a main problem: traditional auditing methods have become unable to keep pace with rapid changes in the business environment, negatively affecting the quality of financial transparency, especially in light of declining transparency indicators in Iraq according to international organization reports. The research adopted the descriptive analytical approach and the developmental approach by reviewing and analyzing literature and previous studies issued by leading professional organizations (such as IIA, ISACA) and specialized journal reports, in addition to Iraqi studies in the field of auditing and control. The research found that applying agile auditing principles based on flexibility, short iterations and continuous collaboration with stakeholders-effectively contributes to enhancing financial transparency by enabling continuous auditing, early risk detection, and improving the quality of financial reports. The research concluded by presenting a proposed framework for applying agile auditing in Iraqi economic units, identifying implementation requirements and potential challenges.

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This study aimed to identify the role of the financing structure variables in reducing the financial fragility of private commercial banks. Bank operation and continuity. In its practical aspect, the study relied on a set of published financial reports and statements for two of the banks listed in the Iraqi Stock Exchange for the period between 2005 - 2019. And to test its main hypothesis, multiple regressions was used in the method of regressive deletion. The study reached a set of results, perhaps the most important of which is that there is a statistically significant inverse effect between ownership finance and financial fragility in the study sample banks. Traditional and modern hedging mechanisms that help it get rid of fragility, as well as the application of the Altman model to measure financial fragility and determine its financial position.

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The study aims to demonstrate the feasibility of the project of installing a solar photovoltaic system with a capacity of (2kw/h) from a technical and financial point of view, and for the purpose of achieving this goal, a technical feasibility study was prepared, through which it was found that the system should consist of (6) solar cell panels and an inverter with a capacity ( 2.2kw/h) and (4) gel batteries with a capacity of (200A/h) to ensure that the house is equipped with electric power for a period of (4) continuous hours during periods of national electrical power outages, in order to ensure the best performance of the system. The technical study indicated that The project is technically feasible, as it is possible through the system to generate a total daily electrical energy of (21.6 kw/day). In order to demonstrate the financial feasibility of the project, a financial study was prepared and some financial standards were applied, such as (the payback period standard, the accounting return standard, the net present value standard, the return / cost standard, and the internal rate of return standard). By calculating the results, it was found that the payback period for the invested capital is two years and three months , which is an acceptable period, and the accounting rate of return is 42.8%, which is a higher rate than the interest rate on depositing funds in banks, which ranges between (10-8%) and the net present value of the project is ($5305), which is an acceptable value. The rate of return / cost is (1.77), which is greater than one, and this indicates that the project is profitable, while the internal rate of return is (38%), which is a rate higher than the interest rate on funds deposited in banks, and through these results it becomes clear to us that the project is feasible financially speaking.

The study reached a number of conclusions, the most important of which is that there is no government support for solar photovoltaic projects in Iraq, which prevented their widespread dissemination.

The most important thing that the researcher recommends is to provide government support for solar energy projects in Iraq, whether the support is through financial facilities or through the enactment of laws and legislation that motivate citizens to resort to solar photovoltaic systems to fill the shortage of electrical energy as the enactment of a law or legislation that allows the citizen to sell electricity The surplus of its needs and generated from the state's solar energy systems for a reasonable financial consideration.

Key words: feasibility study, photovoltaic solar energy, off-grid system, grid-connected system, Hybrid solar photovoltaic system .

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This research highlights the critical gap in integrated digital accounting and tax auditing studies concerning complex financial fraud. The problem lies in the inadequacy of traditional auditing to keep pace with digital sophistication and big data. This study aims to analyze the role of intelligent technologies in mitigating fraud and enhancing financial information quality. Adopting a descriptive-analytical approach, a survey was conducted with a purposive sample of 100 experts. The research contribution involves testing the "Fraud Diamond" model using anomaly detection algorithms and continuous auditing. Results revealed a strong positive impact of digital auditing on fraud mitigation (R=0.78), with high predictive power for information quality when mediated by fraud reduction (Sig=0.000). These findings surpass previous studies in risk prediction accuracy. The study benefits society by protecting investor rights and advocating for electronic integration with tax authorities to ensure national economic integrity

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The aim of the research is to clarify and determine the role of voluntary accounting disclosure in the process of evaluating banking performance, which has become increasingly important in the recent period as a result of the developments witnessed by the financial markets regarding the type and quantity of information contained in the financial reports of companies, and this is achieved by testing research hypotheses and trying to reach a solution to its problem by trying to determine the extent of dependence of each of the CAMELS indicators on information classified as voluntary or voluntary disclosures within the reports, and within this framework, the research problem revolves around the dependence of all or some of the indicators of the camels system on voluntary accounting information published in financial reports, Is there a relationship between voluntary accounting disclosure in the financial reports of banks and the results of evaluating their banking performance under the camels system  The research is based on two hypotheses, the first of which is the role of voluntary accounting disclosure of banks in assessing banking performance using the six camels indicators, and the second is that some CAMELS indicators rely on voluntary accounting information to varying degrees, The research also aimed at determining the impact of voluntary accounting disclosures of banks in assessing banking performance using the CAMELS system or not, and determining the size and shape of the relationship between the results of the banking evaluation using the CAMELS system and the volume of voluntary accounting disclosure in financial reports in addition to identifying the indicators of the CAMELS system that rely on voluntary accounting information disclosure, Therefore, through the research, the CAMELS system was applied to the Bank of Baghdad and using the method of financial analysis, many conclusions were reached, the most important of which was the study showed the existence of a role for voluntary accounting disclosures in assessing banking performance among the elements of the camels banking evaluation system in the banks sample study and the importance of applying the CAMELS investors have a clearer picture of the bank.

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The research seeks to highlight the knowledge of the extent of financial and banking progress in the research sample banks, especially in light of the current global financial conditions, which are characterized by their progress and technological acceleration, In providing its services in conjunction with global openings, which encouraged the researcher to focus on studying and linking the variables of digital finance and financial stability in banks in general and the researched in particular because of these two variables, Of the importance and impact on the work of banks and the progress of their business, the questionnaire was used as a main tool in data collection, and the statistical program (Spss-Ver 23) was adopted to analyze and test research hypotheses, The researcher reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is the existence of significant correlations and influence with positive statistical significance between digital finance and achieving financial stability in the surveyed banks, Several proposals were proposed, most notably increasing interest in digital finance mechanisms in the future to keep pace with rapid global financial developments.

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Banks are exposed to many financial risks that arise when the bank faces difficulty in recovering loans from borrowers, which may affect the bank's assets and its ability to meet its obligations. There are also market risks related to fluctuations in interest rates, stock prices, and exchange rates, which negatively impact the value of assets. In addition, there are liquidity risks related to the bank's inability to meet liquidity needs suddenly, such as the withdrawal of deposits or financing loans, which creates challenges in achieving a balance between profitability and liquidity. Non-financial risks to which banks are exposed include operational risks resulting from the failure of internal systems or procedures, and legal risks arising from failure to comply with laws and regulations, which may lead to fines or legal cases. There are also strategic risks resulting from making incorrect decisions that affect the bank's future, in addition to reputational risks related to damage to the bank's image as a result of customer complaints or financial crises. To manage these risks, banks implement multiple strategies such as hedging, diversifying investments, and ensuring the implementation of regulatory requirements. Risk management helps improve the bank's stability and enhance its ability to make sound financial decisions, enabling it to reduce losses. Potential, capital preservation, and long-term sustainability are guaranteed, which increases the level of trust between clients and investors.

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The research aims to shed light on the concept and importance of integrated business reports, guidelines and elements of their informational content, as well as accounting disclosure in government units. The research community was represented by non-profit government units, while the research sample was chosen by the University of Baghdad as an intentional sample for the research. To achieve the goal of the research, the researchers prepared a survey form to measure the level of application of financial and non-financial indicators in the governmental unit (University of Baghdad) in the form of percentages according to the elements of the integrated report according to the (IR) version in 2021, with the use of indicators of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) according to its latest version In 2020 with its economic, social and environmental dimensions on the elements of the integrated report, and based on the financial and non-financial reports issued by University of Baghdad for the year 2019,The most prominent finding of the research is that the percentage level of disclosure according to the international framework for the integrated report (IR) for the governmental unit / University of Baghdad was (38%), which is a weak percentage of disclosure compared to (100%), and the researchers recommended the need for the governmental unit to adopt the International Integrated Reporting Framework ( IR ) because it provides a detailed and comprehensive presentation of all financial and non - financial information in a transparent and credible manner.

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This study aimed to search the factors affecting earnings per share and financial performance in joint stock companies operating in the Iraq Stock Exchange (industrial sector), where the impact of internal and external factors on earnings per share and on Financial performance, and the impact of earnings per share on financial performance on the other hand, as the problem of the study raised questions about the nature of the impact relationship between the three variables of the study. The researchers adopted a scientific approach using the descriptive analytical approach and using the statistical program (spss v23) to find ratios and frequencies and examine the efficiency of the measurement tool. As well as the program (AMOS V23) in process of analyzing data according to the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method to find the values of the regression coefficients, and to analyze the nature of direct and indirect (median) relationships. One side and the earnings per share on the other hand, and that there is a positive impact relationship directly for earnings per share on financial performance, and that there is an indirect positive impact relationship for awareness. The internal and external burden on financial performance through earnings per share, and there is a variation in the impact relationship from one factor to another. The researchers recommended the necessity of directing these factors programmatically to serve the company and try to exploit them optimally to achieve the highest profit

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The research aims to explain the measurement and accounting disclosure of lease contracts in accordance with the IFRS 16 standard and its impact on the informational content of the financial statements. To achieve the research objective, the researcher applied the IFRS 16 standard in Gulf Bank because it did not apply the IFRS 16 standard during the period of application of the standard in 2019, and the researcher prepared The financial statements were prepared in accordance with the requirements of the standard before and after application, and in a retrospective manner, according to what the standard allowed, with other variables held constant. The researcher provided a detailed analysis of the impact of applying IFRS 16 on the informational content of the financial statements by comparing the results before and after application, as well as the impact of that application on Financial ratios.

The researcher reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which are the following:

- The application of the IFRS 16 standard leads to the recognition of the right to use the asset among non-current assets, which leads to an increase in assets with a decrease in prepaid expenses, as a result of the amendments in order to apply the standard represented by reversing the prepaid expenses before application. In addition, recognizing lease obligations as non-current liabilities leads to an increase in total liabilities.

The application of IFRS 16 affects the informational content of the statement of changes in equity, especially when applied using the modified retrospective method, as a decrease in retained earnings resulting from an increase in the volume of expenses due to an increase in debit interest expenses and depreciation expenses leads, therefore, to a decrease in retained earnings.

The research concluded with a number of recommendations, the most important of which are:

- The need for lease contracts to be clearer by stating the important paragraphs that have an impact on the process of accounting treatments related to the application of IFRS 16, which are (duration, payments, purchase option, the extent of the lessee’s control over the asset subject to the lease, and so on).

- The necessity of qualifying staff working in accounting departments in the banking sector, given that it is obligated to apply international standards and other sectors through training on conducting accounting treatments for lease contracts in accordance with the IFRS16 standard, as treatments that are radically different from what used to be the treatment of lease contracts according to local accounting systems.

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The research aims to demonstrate the role of sustainable budget requirements in improving the Iraqi financial situation through the use of a set of requirements to be relied upon when preparing the budget, and to achieve the objectives of the research, a study was conducted of the indicators of the Iraqi economy for the years (2004-2021). A set of conclusions and recommendations were reached, the most prominent of which is that Iraq relies heavily on non-renewable financial resources, and this exposes its economy more to financial crises as a result of fluctuating prices of non-renewable resources. Accordingly, it is necessary to find renewable financial resources that can be relied upon in the event of a recession occurring for non-renewable resources. As a large proportion of Iraq's resources go to pay off debts because of its heavy dependence on these resources, the prices of which fluctuate from one period to another, as happened in the years (2008, 2016, 2020). Therefore, attention must be paid to the requirements of the sustainable budget because of their significant role in reviving the Iraqi financial situation. The research also recommends Iraq's interest in renewable financial resources because it represents an important alternative that can be resorted to in the event of fluctuating oil prices instead of relying on debt.

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One of the most important issues that an economic unit can face is changing accounting policies in light of the diversity of accounting options and alternatives, The aim of the study is to provide an introductory introduction to accounting policies and the impact of changes in accounting policies in accordance with the International Accounting Standard (IAS-2), Changing accounting policy is one of the most important issues that an economic unit can face, The important factors in improving the quality of accounting information in the financial statements through analyzing the relationship between the application of these policies and their accuracy and reliability, The research is based on an analytical study of the financial statements issued by the General Company for Textile and Leather Industries, The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that since the financial statements prepared by the company, whether based on manual or electronic programs, are not based on accurate information generated through the integrated system, their output does not truly indicate the efficiency and benefits of the company’s operations as a result of the company’s possession of a database, Unified and updated for all data related to the company’s branches, and in particular, with regard to the technical and statistical aspects. As a result of the use of old systems, it has become difficult to quickly and accurately obtain the necessary information as a result of the division and dispersion among the company’s departments, which has made it difficult to review the resulting financial statements, As for the recommendations, the most important of them is the need for all economic units to pay attention to the inventory component because it increases the ability of the economic unit to remain in the market and obtain many revenues for the economic unit

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In the midst of the turbulent waves of the digital revolution that are reshaping the face of the contemporary world and the innovative methods that have resulted in business management and the formulation of services, digital leadership has emerged as a driving force and a fundamental driver of the wheel of digital transformation within the corridors of institutions, and this importance is clearly manifested in the financial sector, which is the most responsive to the call of technology, and from this point of view, our research seeks to explore the role that digital entrepreneurship plays in accelerating the pace of digital transformation, taking from the branch of Qi Card Company in Babil Governorate is a living example of research because of the weight of this company in the Iraqi financial system and its role in promoting financial inclusion and supporting electronic financial services, In the midst of the turbulent digital revolution that is reshaping the face of the modern world, digital leadership has emerged as a driving force and a key driver for accelerating digital transformation within organizations, particularly in the financial sector, which is one of the most technologically responsive. From this perspective, this research aims to clarify the impact of digital leadership in accelerating digital transformation within Qi Card – Babylon Branch, as one of the leading institutions in the field of electronic financial services in Iraq, The research adopted the descriptive-analytical method, and the data were collected in the field through a questionnaire distributed to (50) employees of the company, and (45) questionnaires valid for statistical analysis were retrieved. The data were analyzed using statistical software (SPSS), through the application of descriptive analysis methods, correlation coefficient testing, and linear regression analysis to measure the strength of the impact between the research variables, and the results showed that there is a direct moral impact of digital leadership in accelerating digital transformation within Qi Card – Babylon Branch, which emphasizes the importance of adopting digital leadership practices in enhancing institutional performance and achieving competitive excellence in a rapidly changing digital environment.

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The study aimed to analyze indicators of financial discipline and measure the effects of those indicators on monetary stability in the Iraqi economy, based on quarterly data for a time series for the period (2004-2020), through the use of cointegration methodology and the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) after Performing a time series quiescence test (KPSS). A long and positive relationship between indicators of financial discipline (debt ratio to GDP, foreign reserves and money supply to GDP) and monetary stability. The study recommended the need to adhere to the rules of financial discipline to maintain the exchange rate by increasing the domestic production base, increasing non-oil exports and reducing dependence on the currency selling window that drains foreign reserves, as well as the need to switch to (E-government), which aims to achieve financial discipline within the country, Enhancing the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar and enhancing the competitiveness of non-oil sectors such as industry and agriculture in increasing Iraqi exports.

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The study aims to evaluate the extent to which Iraqi banks have adopted digital transformation technologies and their willingness to shift from traditional methods to digital ones in order to achieve sustainable development goals. This is done through a quantitative analysis of a sample of banks using financial indicators. The results show that some banks have begun to pay attention to adopting digital technologies and considering sustainable development principles; however, these efforts are still in their early stages compared to foreign banks, while most banks continue to rely on traditional methods due to limited awareness and insufficient exposure to technological advancements. The study also indicates that there are limited attempts to adopt digital services such as mobile banking applications, account inquiries, and electronic payment systems. It emphasizes the need to invest in technological infrastructure, provide regulatory support, and enhance awareness among bank management and the community about the benefits of digital technologies, including cost reduction, increased efficiency, and improved service quality, thereby contributing to the achievement of sustainable development.

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This research aims to study the role of digital accounting technologies in improving financial control in Iraqi public sector entities by testing main hypotheses related to the extent of the impact of manual accounting and digital accounting technologies on the efficiency of financial control in public sector entities. The research also seeks to provide a scientific and practical overview on how to move from manual accounting to digital accounting, while identifying the difficulties of this transformation in the Iraqi environment. To achieve the research objective, a questionnaire was formulated and distributed to a selected group of academics and professionals who possess sufficient experience and academic qualifications. The sample included (144) individuals. After analyzing the results, it was concluded that traditional (manual) accounting suffers from several weak points that could negatively affect the control of public spending. The results also concluded that adopting digital accounting technologies would contribute to improving financial control in public sector units by reducing the chances of tampering with records, enhancing the transparency of financial operations, tracking cash flow, and identifying any deviations in the implementation of budget items, in addition to the government’s ability to conduct proactive control. The research concluded with a set of recommendations represented by the necessity of applying digital accounting technologies, investing in digital technical infrastructure, and emphasizing the enhancement of coordination and joint work between the relevant authorities by holding a number of courses and seminars that clarify the importance of adopting these technologies to ensure their application in public sector units.    

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The research aims to identify the role and procedures of external auditing in developing and enhancing the work of internal control in governmental institutions. It also seeks to determine the extent to which the adherence of government units to internal control components according to COSO contributes to strengthening their effectiveness. Furthermore, it explores the role of the external auditor in examining and evaluating internal control within governmental units and the extent to which external auditing relies on it.

To achieve the research objective, questionnaire data were analyzed using statistical methods, specifically Factor Analysis, to determine the relative importance of each factor. Weighted data were then obtained based on the importance determined by factor analysis, followed by structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis, incorporating the mediator variable (internal control components according to COSO).

The research population was defined as the Federal Board of Supreme Audit employees working in the Ministry of Electricity under the Iraqi Federal Financial Supervisory Board. The research sample was limited to a governmental unit subject to the audit of the research population, specifically the headquarters of the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, due to the availability of the necessary data and their cooperation in scientific research.

The theoretical part of the research relied on collecting data from books, articles, theses, dissertations, scientific studies, and all research related to the topic, whether in Arabic or English, as well as online resources. The practical part depended on creating a questionnaire distributed to the sample individuals.

The research reached several conclusions, the most notable being the lack of awareness among government units and their staff, especially the sample, regarding professional publications related to internal control, such as international and local auditing standards. It also highlighted the failure to keep up with guidelines issued by the Federal Financial Supervisory Board (e.g., the 2007 Internal Audit Units Guidance Manual, Audit Manual No. 4, and the 2024 Internal Control Manual). This was confirmed by practical findings, where respondents agreed on the existence of a relationship and influence between external auditing and the effectiveness of internal control. This influence could be negative if external auditors fail to develop and update audit mechanisms. Additionally, relying on COSO internal control components in external auditing helps enhance the effectiveness of internal control, as shown by the analysis results, especially with the presence of the mediator variable. However, the lack of knowledge about these components has led to weak attention to internal control elements, ultimately weakening internal control in public sector units.

Among the key recommendations of the research is the need to familiarize employees within the unit with professional publications related to internal control, particularly the 2024 Internal Control Manual issued by the Federal Financial Supervisory Board. This manual emphasizes the importance of adhering to internal control components and principles and their impact on enhancing the effectiveness of internal control. This can be achieved through seminars, workshops, and conferences conducted by specialists, in addition to those organized by the Federal Financial Supervisory Board. Furthermore, it is essential to distribute all professional publications related to internal control to employees for review and awareness of their key provisions.

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The statement of cash flows carries great importance for the users of the financial statements and facilitates the process of understanding and analyzing them because it provides financial information that is free from misleading and is modern as one of the main requirements of the establishments and provides useful information about the establishment’s operational, investment and financing activities. It exposes commercial banks to financial crises and risks. Cash, cash liquidity risks, and it has to draw the responsibilities of the monetary authority and establish an effective central unit through a strategic system and rely on ratios and indicators of cash liquidity because the low level of cash liquidity can expose banks to a financial crisis and financial risks that make them lose the element of safety, profitability and cash liquidity even if they achieve earnings And commercial banks must maintain cash liquidity by preserving cash assets and assets, and the research also found the results of the other bank with very high ratios that outweigh other ratios, such as the cash balance ratio and legal reserve, and the need to pay attention to the surplus and shortage of liquidity that you may be exposed to. Commercial banks during the exercise of their business, and the research also arrived, and the bank has the ability to provide various services and pay the obligations due with its liabilities, as it was found that the higher the rate of employment and loans compared to other banks, it turns out that the bank is able to offer new loans and grant advances and other facilities. Financial statements, including the balance sheet and the statement of cash flows, for the purpose of developing and drawing up plans for the future In order for the bank not to resort to borrowing on commercial banks, a sound policy drawing to avoid exposing the bank to banking and credit risks and cash liquidity risks and formulating an effective and sound strategy for the purpose of managing the securities and loan portfolio.

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The study aims to find the relationship between internal auditing of the quality of sustainability reports and the quality of financial reports after auditing, and the extent to which banks respond. Based on the changes resulting from stakeholders and their pressures on an ongoing basis  To come to the conclusion that the preparation of high-quality sustainability reports has a significant positive correlation with the quality of financial reports after auditing, the correlation between the quality of sustainability reports and the quality of financial reports after audit is conditional on the quality of the audit process. The results of the study showed that Islamic banks rely on reporting principles that focus on the quality of sustainability reports and these principles are particularly important for stakeholders to determine the quality of sustainability reports. the quality of the audit process has an impact on improving the quality of sustainability and financial reports by increasing confidence and credibility of accounting information and the absence of errors, and manipulating accounts, which improves the quality of information, leading to its reliance on decision-making. The study recommended that Islamic banks conduct internal audits based on "quality control" in order to reach a professional and impartial report by the Internal Audit Department that benefits all stakeholders and shareholders, and to apply the six rules of the principles of quality sustainability reports, through full disclosure of information, statement of impacts, assistance to stakeholders or beneficiary clients in decision-making, identification of procedures and the development of proposed hypotheses for the preparation of such disclosures.

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This research aims to study government accounting reforms in Iraq under the transition to accrual accounting and their impact on enhancing financial transparency, in light of modern international trends in developing accounting systems in the public sector, particularly the standards issued by the International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board. This research comes in response to the growing need to improve the quality of government financial reports and enhance confidence in accounting information, thereby supporting the principles of good governance. The research adopted a descriptive-analytical approach to study the theoretical framework, in addition to a quantitative approach to test the relationship between the study variables in the field through a questionnaire distributed to a sample of employees in government units and oversight bodies in Iraq. The data were analyzed using appropriate statistical methods to test the research hypotheses. The research concluded that there is a statistically significant relationship between government accounting reforms under the accrual basis and the level of financial transparency. The application of the accrual basis contributes to improving the quality of disclosure, presenting assets and liabilities more comprehensively, and providing more accurate and reliable financial information. The research also recommended the necessity of completing the requirements for the transition to the accrual basis by developing the legislative framework, strengthening financial information systems, and intensifying training and qualification programs for accounting personnel.

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The study aims to evaluate the banking stability achieved by Rafidain bank based on banking stability indicators, the reality of the use of financial technology, and the extent to which the latter is reflected in its banking performance.To achieve this goal, deductive approach and its cognitive implications were relied upon through the use of the descriptive analytical method, which analyzed the financial date of Rafidain Bank and the Statistical reports and publications issued by the central Bank of Iraq, along with an exploratory analysis of the application of technology in Rafidain Bank,Accordingly, it was concluded  that the weak use of financial technology in Rafidain Bank increased the possibility of  being exposed to finacial crises that would shake its banking stability,this requires the Central bank and the relevant authorities to work on contracting with international companies that will help introduce financial technology into the bank, which will facilitate banking financial services and support its growth and stability.

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This research focuses on the extent of interest in sustainable finance in Iraq, given its mono-economy, and the degree to which the Iraqi financial market can be utilized to achieve this important goal. This is particularly relevant as most countries worldwide are making significant progress in this area due to its social and environmental implications. The aim is to mitigate the negative impacts of traditional financing methods on other economic activities that lack sustainability. The analysis revealed a significant lack of focus on sustainable finance within the activities of the Iraqi Stock Exchange, with the exception of a few limited-impact green financial issuances. The most prominent recommendation is to work diligently to create diverse financial instruments, both equity and debt, to expand sustainable financing activities targeting various economic sectors. This would help mitigate the widespread negative environmental and climatic impacts that Iraq suffers from as a result of traditional economic activities.

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Stand out the present research study aims at investigating the effect of applying international accounting standards in the public sector for the purpose of arriving at measurement and accounting disclosure of the employees' benefits granting to economic units in the government sector that apply the government accounting system, and to explicate the level of benefit in improving the outputs of the accounting system and its ability to support indicators of transparency and disclosure. In view of the vast development in financial reporting, preparing reports and financial statements with a high level of transparency and disclosure as well as the importance of working individuals being one of the important and essential factors to ensure the proper functioning of work, the continuity of productivity and the efficiency of the economic unit, the government accounting system currently adopted in some public sector directorates is considered insufficient to the requirements of internationally accepted accounting standards in general The importance of the present study has emerged in finding that it is possible to apply IAS 19 employee benefits by adapting the current government accounting system in the Iraqi economic units to the requirements of the standard and getting to know the effect of the application on the information content and outputs of the government accounting system. The General Directorate of Education / Wasit has been chosen a sample for the study in question, The current study has arrived at a number of conclusions as follows:

1. The classification of benefits granted to employees and workers according to the government accounting system differs from the classification stated in IAS 19 Employee benefits.
2. The quality of financial reports and statements is an important means of disclosure and communication of financial and non-financial information.

   . The government accounting system does not provide adequate accounting measurement and disclosure about employee benefits. 3

In view of the findings reached at, the current study recommends the following:

 1- Giving due importance to what was stated in the International Accounting Standard regarding the classification of the benefits granted and the adaptation of the government accounting system to those classifications.  

2- Enhancing the awareness of management and employees in the economic unit of the importance of preparing financial reports and statements.   

 3- Working on adapting the government accounting system to keep pace with the requirements of international accounting standards by adding new sub-accounts to the accounting guide and creating a plan for new sub-accounts to the accounting guide and creating a plan for employee benefits.

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E-wallets play an important role in enhancing the size of financial technology in the country by providing a smooth and convenient way for individuals to transact online. E-wallets allow users to store their payment information securely and make transactions with ease.

This study aims to demonstrate the role and importance of these portfolios in supporting the economy in countries, especially in Egypt, by enhancing the volume of financial technology and increasing financial inclusion, which helps support the formal economy and increase financial culture, which is an important condition for improving the economic conditions in the country considering these rapid technological developments.

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In the modern era, providing them with modern tools and technologies that This research aims to study the impact of digital transformation in accounting and its role in reducing poverty. Digital transformation is one of the most prominent developments witnessed by institutions contribute to improving financial and administrative performance. The research problem lies in the main question: Does digital transformation in accounting have an impact that can contribute to reducing poverty? This research aims to demonstrate the impact of digital technologies on developing accounting practices and improving financial resource management, which positively impacts economic and social development. To achieve these objectives, the study is divided into several sections. The first section of Chapter Two addresses the concept of digital transformation, its importance, objectives, characteristics, and types. It also explores the dimensions of digital transformation: the technical, human, and organizational dimensions, recognizing their crucial role in the success of digital transformation within institutions. The second section examines the concept of accounting and the impact of digital transformation on it. This section clarifies the role of modern technologies in developing accounting systems and improving the efficiency of financial and accounting processes. The research concludes that digital transformation contributes to the development of accounting practices by enhancing the accuracy of financial information and strengthening transparency and oversight. This, in turn, helps improve financial resource management and supports decision-making, which can indirectly contribute to economic development and poverty reduction.

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The proliferation of digital payments has led to a surge in the number of users of virtual currencies in their transactions. This paper explores the reasons behind the widespread adoption of digital payments, their characteristics, and their potential global impact. It also analyzes the risks and challenges associated with digital payments, how to protect customer privacy and data, and how to improve payment methods based on user experiences. The paper focuses on discussing the impact of digital payments on the financial sector, comparing and analyzing their advantages and disadvantages, and exploring their direct and indirect effects on financial services and cash. Furthermore, it analyzes the habits of consumers using digital payments and whether these habits will gradually change. Based on research, study, and analysis, this paper aims to fill a significant gap in the literature on user-centric innovation and provide a comprehensive view of the role of society in the innovation process of digital payments. Finally, it examines whether and how household adoption of digital payments influences spending decisions.

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This study aims to analyze the impact of digital accounting systems on the quality of accounting information in commercial banks by examining the role of these systems in enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of financial information. With the rapid technological advancement, banks have increasingly relied on digital systems for recording and processing accounting data, raising questions about their effect on the quality of financial reporting and decision-making. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach to review previous literature and analyze data related to the use of digital accounting systems in commercial banks. It also relies on the inductive method to draw conclusions and recommendations based on the available data analysis. The study is expected to highlight the importance of digital transformation in improving the quality of accounting information and supporting financial and managerial decision-making in the banking sector.

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The aim of this research is to try to shed light on the effectiveness of the work of banks when approving mergers between them, to identify the extent to which the banking system benefits from banking mergers, as it is one of the important means of raising the effectiveness of the banks’ performance and increasing their financial capabilities as a step to encourage banks to merge with each other.

Banking merger has repercussions on the performance of the banking sector in improving the level of profitability and banking liquidity.

The research relied on the deductive approach by monitoring and studying some international experiences, (evaluating the experience of the merger of First Gulf Bank with SABB Bank, and financial data were taken two years before the merger and four years after the merger) and (evaluating the experience of the merger of First Gulf Bank and National Abu Dhabi, and financial data were taken. Two years before the merger and four years after the merger) and he also used the quantitative method by using financial indicators to reach the results of evaluating these experiences.

The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the merger had positive repercussions on the banking performance of liquidity indicators, while it had a negative impact on profitability indicators. There is a noticeable increase in the customer base and an increase in banking capital

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    The aim of this research is to determine the effect of work environment conditions on the performance of workers in Lebanese private hospitals in North Lebanon during the Lebanese financial crisis. A sample of 95 employees of various positions in private hospitals located in North Lebanon was studied: Al-Shamal Hospital, Moawad Hospital, Saydet Hospital, North Lebanon. The descriptive analytical approach was chosen for this research. The data was analyzed using the SPSS statistical program, and descriptive and analytical statistics were used in the analysis process. The results showed that there is a direct, statistically significant effect of the physical and behavioral conditions of the work environment on the health of workers in private hospitals in northern Lebanon during the financial crisis in Lebanon. There is also a direct, statistically significant effect of the health of employees at work on their performance in private hospitals in northern Lebanon during the financial crisis in Lebanon.

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Given the important role played by financial inclusion in supporting economic development and reducing poverty, the study analyzed and interpreted the mechanisms of influence through which financial inclusion indicators can influence poverty. The study aimed to frame the theoretical foundations for studying the impact, as well as to build a quantitative model that has the ability to diagnose the nature of that impact, its direction and size, and to explain the mechanism and channels of its transmission, by relying on balanced double data (Balanced Panel Data), which had 40 observations, and through a model. Fixed Effect Model for a sample of developing countries and for the years (2005-2010-2015-2020).

The research seeks to get acquainted with the theoretical frameworks and empirical studies taken from the analysis and interpretation of the mechanism and channels of transmission of the impact that financial inclusion can exert on poverty, as well as the exploration of an objective quantitative model that has the ability to diagnose the nature, direction and size of that impact and to interpret the mechanism and channels of its transmission, based on data Balanced Panel Data through the fixed effect model (FEM) for a sample of developing countries for the years (2005-2010-2015-2020). The estimation results revealed that the indicator variable of the number of commercial bank branches per 100,000 adults (CBBA) had a positive effect, while the indicator of automatic teller machines per 100,000 adults (ATMAD) reflected its negative effect on the poverty index (P).

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The study aimed to identify the impact of receivables on profitability in the industrial companies listed on the Amman Financial Market represented by (outstanding receivables, receivables turnover rate) as an independent variable and profitability as a dependent variable, The study was conducted for the period (2010-2019) according to the data available in the Amman Financial Market, In order to achieve the objective of the study and answer its questions to test its hypotheses, the study tested the corporate sector in the Amman Financial Market for a sample of industrial companies, using a set of statistical methods (Pearson Correlation Coefficient).
The study reached a number of conclusions, the most important of which is that there is a correlation between receivables and profit indicators, And that there is an impact of receivables indicators on profitability, Where the receivable turnover rate achieved a higher impact on profitability, while the impact of receivables was ranked second, according to the values of the impact factors, The study also recommended that Jordanian companies set a strict credit policy in collecting their outstanding receivables, reduce the collection period for those debts, improve the turnover rate for receivables, increase interest in indicators of those receivables, and resort to improving their financial performance by focusing their management and employing their financial resources in order to reach raising their production levels. And profitability.

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The research aims to study and analyze the risks associated with the adoption of accounting information systems, particularly human, technological, environmental, and legal risks. It also addresses the literature related to the reliability of the external auditor’s report by highlighting the nature of these risks and explaining the extent to which they affect the quality and credibility of audit reports issued by local audit firms.

The research is based on the hypothesis that identifying the risks of adopting and operating accounting information systems by regulatory bodies, and relying on auditors who possess the professional capability to disclose such risks, will positively reflect on the reliability of the final audit report for stakeholders who rely on accounting information. To achieve the objectives of the study, a conceptual framework was developed that covers the accounting information system, its internal structure, and the risks associated with its adoption. In addition, the framework analyzes the dependent variable represented by the reliability of the external auditor’s report and the characteristics that this report must include. The study also clarifies the role that risk identification can play, especially risks related to human factors involving system designers and operators, and technological risks related to the information infrastructure of business organizations.The researcher concluded that the level of disclosure regarding the risks of adopting accounting information systems in audit reports is still limited and incomplete. A significant portion of audit outputs continues to focus on traditional financial tests, without expanding into the evaluation of risks associated with modern systems. It was also found that the lack of systematic identification of these risks directly affects the reliability of the audit report and reduces the ability of users of financial statements to rely on it.

The researcher recommends that audit reports should include an annex or a dedicated section addressing risks related to accounting information systems, and that an evaluation methodology should be adopted encompassing human, technological, environmental, and legal risks, in addition to determining the impact of these risks on the fairness and credibility of financial data. The study further recommends enhancing the training of regulatory staff on mechanisms for evaluating risks associated with modern systems and integrating the results of such evaluations into the contents of the external auditor’s report, in a manner that strengthens its reliability and transparency for all stakeholders.

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The quality of earnings is one of the most controversial topics of financial management because of its modernity, and it represents one of the research breakthroughs in the field of financial sciences, because it led him to shift from the aspect of quantitative financial analysis to qualitative financial analysis, and that his study alongside investment efficiency added another dimension to the presentation of theories, logical relationships and research opinions. In line with the edges of financial knowledge, it formed a philosophical title that measured and analyzed the relationship between the quality of earnings and the efficiency of investment in companies. The quality of returns on investment efficiency through under- and over-investment, the quality of earnings was evaluated using the receivables quality model, and the rest of that model was relied upon, after which the parameter that expresses the quality of earnings, and the efficiency of investment in companies was evaluated using the multiple regression model that takes the size of the investment as A dependent variable, and the determinants of that efficiency are then independent variables, and the rest of that model was relied upon, after which the parameter T expresses the efficiency of investment, the negative residuals express a lack of investment, while the positive residuals express excessive investment. To other companies, as well as an indication of the impact of the quality of earnings on the efficiency of the study, and the results of the study showed that the quality of earnings has an impact on the efficiency of investment in the study sample companies.

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The aim of the research is to clarify the role that artificial intelligence can play in contributing to improving financial performance and achieving a sustainable competitive advantage for economic units. The research was adopted on the descriptive analytical method through the analysis of intellectual literature and relevant previous studies, as well as reviewing the most prominent applications of artificial intelligence in the field of accounting, such as the intelligent automation of receipt and disbursement processes. The most prominent conclusions reached were that the use of artificial intelligence tools contributes to achieving a sustainable competitive advantage by reducing operational costs, raising the efficiency of financial performance, which is reflected positively on the financial performance of economic units. The research recommends the necessity of adopting clear strategies for the application of artificial intelligence tools, developing the digital infrastructure, and qualifying accounting personnel in line with the requirements of digital transformation.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) applications are essential for enhancing payment security and improving customer experience in financial institutions. This research aims to examine the challenges faced by Mastercard in Australia and Visa in Singapore in implementing these technologies. The study focuses on three main areas: challenges related to fraud and privacy, the strategies employed by both companies to address these challenges, and the impact of AI applications on customer satisfaction and trust. The research adopts an analytical methodology that combines both qualitative and quantitative data, relying on diverse sources including academic studies and annual reports. The findings reveal that the effectiveness of AI applications varies across the two markets, reflecting different responses to local challenges. For instance, Mastercard demonstrates a greater reliance on machine learning technologies in Australia to combat fraud, while Visa in Singapore focuses more on enhancing privacy and data protection. The study offers strategic recommendations aimed at improving payment security and customer experience, such as increasing transparency in data usage and strengthening communication with customers. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the role of AI in financial services, providing valuable insights for companies and practitioners in the sector. By addressing the unique challenges of each market, customer satisfaction can be enhanced and greater trust in digital payment services can be fostered.

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The United Arab Emirates has established a distinguished economic and social model characterized by its ability to keep pace with rapid technological and digital transformations, as well as its continuous expansion in investment and development activities. Despite this progress, the UAE remains vulnerable to fluctuations resulting from global economic crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, which had a substantial impact on financial markets, liquidity levels, and capital mobility.

  This study examines the structural characteristics of the UAE economy and its development policies through key macroeconomic indicators, namely gross domestic product (GDP), the inflation rate, and the public debt ratio. It then analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the UAE banking system by focusing on Emirates NBD Bank and First Abu Dhabi Bank, based on selected financial indicators, including net profit, return on assets (ROA), and return on equity (ROE).                                                                                          

              Among the most important conclusions reached by the study is that the COVID-19 crisis revealed the resilience and efficiency of the UAE banking sector in dealing with the pandemic and achieving an early recovery. This resilience contributed to financial stability and superior profitability for both banks. However, the pace and nature of recovery differed between the two institutions. Emirates NBD Bank achieved the highest levels of profitability and return on assets, while First Abu Dhabi Bank maintained steady growth, reflecting the adoption of a long-term risk management strategy. This diversity in banks’ policies contributes to the creation of a balanced banking system capable of effectively coping with crisis.                                                                          

           As for the key recommendations, the study emphasizes the need to strengthen the role of the banking sector in raising public awareness, as well as monitoring the damages suffered by customers in the aftermath of crises, giving due consideration to their interests, and ensuring the protection of their rights through a comprehensive set of regulatory and supportive measures.     

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The research aims to reveal the impact of digital transformation on improving and enhancing internal financial control tools. The deductive approach was followed in the theoretical aspect, and the analytical approach in the practical aspect, relying on data collected using a questionnaire to measure the research variables. The research sample consisted of internal auditors working in Iraqi banks listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange, numbering (80) auditors. The comprehensive enumeration method was used due to the small size of the population. The questionnaire data was analyzed and interpreted using the statistical program (SPSS). The research findings indicated that the use of digital transformation enhances the quality of the auditing profession, improves the ability to utilize electronic information, and strengthens digital transformation procedures and internal financial controls within the auditing profession. The research recommended the necessity of using and implementing digital transformation tools to ensure and enhance auditing and oversight work by organizing and planning the digital transformation process, assessing the risks that may face the auditing profession, and strengthening the effectiveness of internal financial controls.

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The importance of the subject in estimating the impact of sudden oil shocks over decades since the early seventies of the twentieth century until now was the motive in choosing it, and naturally when oil prices are low, this will be reflected in the government's financial decisions. The research problem revolves around dependence on oil revenues mainly and the weakness of other sectors such as agriculture in financing the government budget in Saudi Arabia, which raises the following question: It is to what extent these countries can absorb those oil shocks and contain them through an appropriate fiscal policy. The research relied on the hypothesis that tracking the paths of oil shocks had clear repercussions in government budget decisions, which prompted Saudi Arabia to follow appropriate financial methods and means to contain the government budget deficit. One of the main objectives of the research is to show the risks of oil shocks on financial conditions in creating surpluses or deficits in these financial conditions for government budgets, and the research relied on the analytical method to prove its hypothesis to show the trends of these shocks. The research reached a number of results, including that oil is and is still one of the most important drivers of political and economic developments, and many believe that it is the determinant of these developments. Accordingly, the research recommended: to work on diversifying the Saudi economy in order to move from a rentier economy to an economy with strong pillars based on the development of service, agricultural, industrial and production sectors, in order to reduce the severity of negative oil shocks on the Saudi economy, and the need to choose appropriate methods for investment Correct oil revenue.

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Corruption has become a significant challenge in many countries around the world at various levels, whether in the public or private sectors, and has topped the priorities of many national and international reports. Corruption is not just an issue related to the implementation and quality of governance, but has become a major challenge that hinders sustainable economic growth, fair human development, social justice, and equality between different groups. One of the main goals of governments is to reduce the social ills and problems resulting from corruption, and this is the first step in integrating the interconnection and absolute communication between various aspects of development. Therefore, a successful society is one that is capable of reducing corruption. There is a growing tendency at the international level to adopt technology to combat and reduce corruption, as technology plays an effective role as a transparent oversight tool and allows for greater accountability. Thus, it is an important tool for sustainable development, as the technological tool facilitates the collection, analysis, and updating of data, providing greater flexibility in addressing types and forms of serious financial and administrative corruption recognized internationally. It is also a tool that contributes to the development of better mechanisms to combat corruption and governance strategies, and environmental protection, health, education, communications, and poverty reduction are considered key indicators in preventing and combating corruption. This research reviews the role of modern technology in combating administrative and financial corruption in both developing and developed countries, as it is considered one of the most prominent factors that contribute to improving transparency and reducing opportunities for corruption, clarifying the relationship between corruption and sustainable development, and explaining how corruption negatively affects financial resources and hinders the achievement of social justice and economic development.

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Economic diversification is a major concern for economists and policymakers alike. Various countries strive to achieve the highest levels of economic diversification in their economic programs. Economic diversification is also crucial for poverty reduction in Iraq, particularly through developing and creating job opportunities by expanding the agricultural, industrial, and renewable energy sectors. This study attempts to present an approach to economic diversification policies and addressing and reducing poverty in Iraq, based on theoretical principles from modern economic literature and objective data from the Iraqi economy. This includes examining the phenomenon of poverty, efforts to combat it, and the potential for economic diversification within the general budget and financial system. This forward-looking vision can be used to develop a policy that contributes to economic diversification, thereby mitigating economic fluctuations, achieving stability, increasing economic growth, and eliminating unemployment and, consequently, poverty The research problem adopts the topic that Iraq is one of the quartile countries that depend on a single economic resource, namely oil, to finance public spending. In the event that the macro economy is exposed to external and internal shocks such as the decline in oil prices, in addition to the mortgage crisis, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, this will lead to a state of financial deficit. Therefore, it is better to rely on economic diversification, which does not allow the economy to be subject to sectors that use raw materials, and to expand economic activities, renewable energy, increase competitiveness, and create added value for the economy as a whole, which leads to reducing poverty.

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The emergence of integrated reporting on global warming represents an important evolutionary stage in the auditing profession, as the auditor has moved from his traditional role of examining or auditing information or pre-prepared lists with a specific financial formula to granting a certificate of confirmation in the preparation of this information or financial and even non-financial statements. This certificate (report) is distinguished by some specificity from the conventional audit report, as assurance services fall between the level of absolute assurance and the lack of assurance, and it contains a wide range of services that do not differ from the two types of reasonable assurance and limited assurance. Specialized professional organizations, including the AICPA, have issued a group Among the standards for these services in order to rationalize their practical application, and I found many obstacles that could face the process of preparing integrated reporting on global warming in the local environment. The researcher adopted the descriptive analytical approach in the theoretical framework, as well as collecting data about the work environment and then analyzing it in the applied framework. This is done by taking advantage of the SPSS program for statistics, as well as the analytical method using it on a sample of data issued by oil refineries. The sample was estimated at the refineries of Shuaiba and Doura. The researcher reached results, the most notable of which is that there are no appropriate controls for preparing integrated reporting, as there is a difference in views about the suitability of the IR framework. As a criterion for assurance, and in particular, current assurance standards, most notably the International Standard for Assurance ISAE 3410, The research community consists of the Daura and Shuaiba refineries in Iraq. The research sample comprises 140 employees working at the Daura and Shuaiba refineries. The researcher used both the survey questionnaire (paper and electronic) and the model reports as tools. In this context, the questionnaire form was distributed to the research sample, require appropriate controls to evaluate the subject matter of an assurance engagement and the practitioner provides reasonable or limited assurance regarding the extent to which the subject matter is compatible with a specific basis, and the researcher concluded that: The high cost of preparing the integrated report compared to its benefits. The cost is also considered a major obstacle to making the entire integrated report the subject of a confirmation engagement (IIRC 2015). Confirming the entire integrated report requires the participation of multiple experts, which will make the engagement very expensive.

There is a difference in the level of credibility and reliability provided by integrated reporting compared to auditing, as integrated reporting does not provide the same level of credibility and trust provided by auditing financial statements. This is due to various reasons, including that integrated reporting is less quantitative and more qualitative in nature. The new form of assurance may fail to have the same confidence as an audit of financial statements. As a result, before embarking on making radical changes in current assurance models, sufficient time must be given. To refine its integrated reports and deal with stakeholders to determine the extent of the actual need for external confirmation, and the diversity of the nature of integrated reporting mechanisms, as the integrated nature of reporting processes and the many types of information reported require innovative forms to enhance credibility that can accommodate the link between the various components of integrated reporting. The researcher presented a main proposal to overcome the obstacles in integrated reporting of global warming, as she recommended that concerned parties adopt strategies such as strengthening cooperation and partnerships with other parties, providing training and continuous development for employees, and improving internal systems and processes to facilitate the reporting process.

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The current study examines the impact of income diversification on the profitability and stability of Jordanian commercial banks. The study sample consisted of (13) commercial banks operating in Jordan for the period 2010-2022. The secondary data included in the financial reports and annual budgets issued by the Jordanian commercial banks are also considered. The study employs the ratio of non-interest income to total operating income and the Hirschman-Herfindahl index to measure income diversification, while the return on assets and return on equity indices were used to measure bank profitability. To measure financial stability, the z-score value was calculated. The Panel Data regression model was employed, and the random effect model was chosen to test the study hypotheses. The results showed that the ratio of non-interest income has a positive and significant impact on the profitability of Jordanian commercial banks. This indicates that increasing reliance on non-interest income sources enhances the performance and profitability of Jordanian commercial banks. The results also showed that the HHI index has a positive and significant effect on the profitability and stability of Jordanian commercial banks, which means that increasing the level of diversification in income sources leads to increased profitability and financial stability in Jordanian commercial banks. The study recommended the necessity of encouraging commercial banks to innovate financially and provide digital banking services and other non-traditional services due to their role in increasing profits and financial stability in Jordanian commercial banks.

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This study examines the sales tax audit mechanism and its impact on financial sustainability in Iraq (the case of telecommunications companies) and investigates the main problems in the tax audit process with regard to the appropriateness of the type of audit used, the appropriateness of methods for selecting the audit case, and audit examination techniques used. Mixed in order to achieve research objectives and answer research questions. Specifically, the methods used in the study include submitting questions to auditors and tax investigators, and documentary and literary analysis. Using these research methods, the results of the study reveal that the sales tax audit mechanism is still undeveloped and uses a minimal set of tax audit activities that are conducted in order to address specific risks, in contrast to the concept of the sales tax audit mechanism which is a tool that improves voluntary compliance and increases performance future revenue and thus achieving financial sustainability by educating and helping taxpayers understand their tax obligations. Good interaction between tax auditors and taxpayers, in the end, the study presents the measures that can be taken by the public tax authority to alleviate the problems in the tax audit process.

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The research aims to clarify the mechanism for implementing the program and performance budget and its importance as a modern tool for financial reform by adopting the descriptive approach and the case study approach by reviewing the Egyptian experience in implementing this type of budget, in addition to designing a proposed model for implementing the program and performance budget in three ministries (Electricity, Construction and Housing, and Health) in line with the Iraqi national strategic objectives. The research showed that the success of the Egyptian experience in implementing this budget requires a clear institutional structure, integration between planning, financing, and implementation, and the availability of advanced information systems. The research also showed that ministries such as Health, Electricity, and Construction and Housing have appropriate capabilities for the gradual implementation of the program and performance budget, especially with the presence of projects that can be evaluated and performance monitored. This requires an explicit legal and legislative framework that requires the adoption of the program and performance budget, which is considered one of the fundamental obstacles facing implementation in Iraq.

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The aim of the research is to Identify the level of application and documentation of the process requirement item / analysis of the international standard (ISO 31000:2018),and diagnosis of quantitative and descriptive analysis in assessing tax risks using risk assessment techniques, as well as an indication of the level of tax risks to which the General Tax Authority is exposed. as well as to indicate the level of tax risks according to risk assessment techniques in the General Tax Authority, as the research started from a problem that raised several questions, including what is the percentage of application  And documenting the analysis item from the process requirement in accordance with the international standard (ISO 31000:2018), and what are the techniques of quantitative and descriptive analysis of tax risks, and what is the level of those risks affecting the strategic goals, and the checklist has been adopted as a basic tool in collecting data and information, and the research has reached  To the most prominent Conclusions, which is that the level of application and documentation of the analysis item of the process requirement has reached a rate of (19%), which is close to the weight of (partially applied and not documented), which means that the Structure under study has moved away from the application of the specification requirements and the size of the gap has reached (81)%.  As well as the exposure of the body in question to the risks of the external environment at a higher level than the risks of the internal environment.