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Relationship Between Socio-Efficiency, Eco-Efficiency, and Financial Performance of European Companies: A Sector Study

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  • Bochra Issa

    (Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax, LED, University of Sfax, Sfax 3018, Tunisia)

  • Sana Ben Abdallah

    (Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax, LED, University of Sfax, Sfax 3018, Tunisia)

  • Foued Badr Gabsi

    (Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax, LED, University of Sfax, Sfax 3018, Tunisia)

Abstract

This study aims to assess the impact of socio- and eco-efficiency on the financial performance of 180 European companies from 2010 to 2022. Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) was used to measure the companies’ socio- and eco-efficiency, while their financial performance was assessed using the equitable weighting approach. The analysis revealed a positive relationship between socio-efficiency, eco-efficiency, and financial performance. The findings not only confirm the positive relationship but also provide practical recommendations for integrating sustainability into business strategies without compromising profitability.

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  • Bochra Issa & Sana Ben Abdallah & Foued Badr Gabsi, 2025. "Relationship Between Socio-Efficiency, Eco-Efficiency, and Financial Performance of European Companies: A Sector Study," JRFM, MDPI, vol. 18(4), pages 1-15, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jjrfmx:v:18:y:2025:i:4:p:171-:d:1618916
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