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Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Lagos State: The Implications of Finance

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  • Abosede Julius Adebiyi

    (Olabisi Onabanjo University)

  • Hassan Ally Banjo

    (Olabisi Onabanjo University)

  • Oko-Oza Omonze Regin

    (Olabisi Onabanjo University)

Abstract

The main aim of this study is to examine the impact of finance on the performance of small and medium enterprises in Lagos State. The research design adopted for this study is survey research design. Data analysis and hypotheses test from 250 SME owners and operators using Pearson correlation and regression analysis indicate that, there is a relationship between SME finance and business performance. Limited information on loan qualification criteria and high interest rate mostly pose challenge to SMEs in their quest to access finance. Results also show there is significant relationship between financial management practices and the performance of SMEs. Sequel to findings of the study, it is recommended that government Flexible arrangements should be put in place for SMEs in Lagos State to enable them access fund. Government should find way to encourage financial institution to lend to SMEs by providing guarantees, interest rate subsidies and other incentives.

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  • Abosede Julius Adebiyi & Hassan Ally Banjo & Oko-Oza Omonze Regin, 2017. "Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Lagos State: The Implications of Finance," Acta Universitatis Danubius. OEconomica, Danubius University of Galati, issue 13(5), pages 72-83, OCTOBER.
    • Handle: RePEc:dug:actaec:y:2017:i:5:p:72-83
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