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Bibliometric trends in SMEs financial literacy research from 2021 to 2024

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  • K. Devender

    (SR University)

  • Kafila

    (SR University)

  • Gurunadham Goli

    (SR University)

  • M. Shravan

    (SR University)

Abstract

In this study, the level of financial literacy among SMEs was examined through bibliometric and content analyses. Thoroughly analyzing and quantifying the literature on financial literacy and SMEs are the goal of bibliometric research. This comprehensive overview aims to pinpoint trends, research gaps, important authors, and key ideas in order to guide future studies and policy initiatives aimed at improving the financial literacy and welfare of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). A comprehensive search of articles was conducted in 2024 to extract data. The search utilized the Scopus database and included inclusion and exclusion criteria. A total of 195 articles published between 2021 and 2024 were identified. Key concepts, including "Global Financial Literacy," were discovered through the use of the Biblioshiny app and VOS viewer program, which allows for the visualization of networks involving keywords and bibliographic coupling. Topics include: "Empowerment through financial literacy: Overcoming the manacles of Domestic violence"; "SMEs Development and planning and preparedness"; "Addressing the gap in financial inclusion and personal finance behavior"; and "Addressing disparities and enhancing education." The following are potential areas for future research: the level of financial literacy among small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) around the world, the effectiveness of targeted interventions to improve SMEs' financial literacy, the role of SMEs in domestic violence policies, the factors that influence SMEs' planning processes, and the promotion of global equality and financial well-being.

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  • K. Devender & Kafila & Gurunadham Goli & M. Shravan, 2025. "Bibliometric trends in SMEs financial literacy research from 2021 to 2024," Future Business Journal, Springer, vol. 11(1), pages 1-18, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:futbus:v:11:y:2025:i:1:d:10.1186_s43093-025-00495-w
    DOI: 10.1186/s43093-025-00495-w
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