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Impact of CSR spending on corporate financial performance – empirical evidence from the Indian manufacturing sector

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  • J. Sreepriya
  • K.R. Suprabha

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The article's prime objective is to explore the influence of corporate social responsibility (CSR) spending on the corporate financial performance (CFP) of Indian manufacturing firms. The study examines a sample of 233 manufacturing firms listed on the Nifty 500 index over six years from 2014 to 2019. The author has used the generalised method of moments (GMM) to study the impact of CSR spending on corporate financial performance. Additionally, the pooled ordinary least square (POLS) and random effect model (REM) were employed to confirm the validity and robustness of the model. The findings add to the existing discussion by revealing a mixed but significant association between CSR spending and CFP. CSR investment has a short-term negative impact on profitability, however, a positive influence in the long run. Furthermore, both long- and short-term CSR spending positively affects firm value. The study's outcome delivers insights for managers, policymakers, and academics.

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  • J. Sreepriya & K.R. Suprabha, 2026. "Impact of CSR spending on corporate financial performance – empirical evidence from the Indian manufacturing sector," International Journal of Business Excellence, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 38(2), pages 240-261.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijbexc:v:38:y:2026:i:2:p:240-261
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