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The effect of industry nuances on the relationship between corporate governance and financial performance : evidence from South African listed companies

Background: Premised on agency, resource dependence and stewardship theories, the study investigates empirically the existence of industry nuances in the relationship between corporate governance and financial performance of companies listed in the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Aims: The main objecti...

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Published in:South African journal of economic and management sciences 2018, Vol.21 (1), p.1-18
Main Authors: Tshipa, Jonty, Brummer, Leon M., Wolmarans, Hendrik, Du Toit, Elda
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Corporate governance
Costs
Directors
Economic crisis
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