Search Results for financial-crises

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The research aims to clarify and define sovereign wealth funds and their importance in preserving oil wealth revenues for the future while ensuring their equitable distribution for the future of future generations, as well as proposing an objective vision or drawing an integrated picture of the possibility of creating a sovereign fund for Iraq by preparing the general structure of the fund with the creation mechanism for that All of the justifications for the creation of an Iraqi sovereign fund and its importance and the objectives of the Iraqi sovereign fund were mentioned, as well as the possibilities of employing sovereign wealth funds in managing the financial crisis in Iraq. Economic represented by restructuring public spending in favor of investment spending, activating the role of non-oil revenues in financing the budget and addressing corruption, which is a structural factor that must be addressed.

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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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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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Gold is a rare, limited, and highly liquid asset. However, it is a luxury commodity and therefore can be considered an investment opportunity. It is readily available and does not carry significant risks to its users. Furthermore, there are no associated credit risks. Given these characteristics, it is a highly significant asset and plays a fundamental role in investment portfolios. These characteristics increase investors' interest in including gold in their portfolios, especially during times of financial crises. If an investor decides to include gold in their investment portfolio, it is essential to evaluate the proportion of gold in the portfolio, taking into account risk, return, and diversification. This study attempts to test and prove the hypothesis: Does gold provide good diversification for an investment portfolio? Is gold an important asset in an investment portfolio? Do investment portfolios that include precious metals such as gold show a better performance rate than portfolios that do not contain them? In addition, the research focuses on building an optimal investment portfolio of stocks, an investment portfolio of gold and stocks, an investment portfolio of stocks and cryptocurrencies, an investment portfolio of cryptocurrencies and gold, and an investment portfolio of stocks, cryptocurrencies, and gold. The current research is the first Iraqi, Arab, and international research that includes gold in portfolios of stocks, currencies, and cryptocurrencies simultaneously. The research sample consisted of (21 stocks) listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange, and (21) global cryptocurrencies for the period from (January 2017 - September 2023). The research concluded that including gold in stock portfolios clearly improves their performance.

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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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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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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 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 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.