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Does bank capital boost the productivity of the banking industry in EMCCA? A critical survey

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  • André Arnaud Enguene

    (University of Yaoundé II-Soa)

  • Issidor Noumba

    (University of Yaoundé II-Soa)

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This paper delves into the fascinating world of bank capital and its profound impact on banking sector productivity in the CEMAC region. Drawing on data from respected sources such as the Central African Banking Commission, the Bank of Central African States and the World Bank spanning more than two decades (1998–2022), this study uses cutting-edge tools such as the Malmquist index and the GMM to uncover the intricate relationship between bank capital, efficiency and overall productivity. The results are eye-opening, showing that a robust level of bank capital is not only important, but essential for enhancing the competitiveness, stability and productivity of CEMAC banks. This, in turn, propels them to new heights of market dominance, making them more attractive to both local and international investors. In essence, bank capital is emerging as a linchpin in the growth and development of the region’s banking sector, setting the stage for a bright and prosperous future.

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  • André Arnaud Enguene & Issidor Noumba, 2024. "Does bank capital boost the productivity of the banking industry in EMCCA? A critical survey," Economic Change and Restructuring, Springer, vol. 57(3), pages 1-26, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:ecopln:v:57:y:2024:i:3:d:10.1007_s10644-024-09710-0
    DOI: 10.1007/s10644-024-09710-0
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