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A review on the internationalisation of emerging market SMEs

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  • Pinar Buyukbalci

    (Yildiz Technical University)

  • Ayse Merve Urfa

    (Yildiz Technical University)

  • Esin Can

    (Yildiz Technical University)

Abstract

Albeit SME internationalisation has attracted considerable attention recently, our knowledge of studies researching emerging market SMEs is limited. Considering that emerging markets are critical actors in reshaping global business, the current study portrays what researchers wonder about the internationalisation process of emerging market SMEs (EM-SMEs). In this context, we conducted a systematic literature review covering studies in Web of Science between 2003 and 2022. The papers were subject to review concerning the following criteria: (1) main objective and type of research; (2) theoretical framework/s; (3) methodological issues; and (4) main variables, findings, and conclusions. Following our review, we present a research agenda addressing promising future streams by highlighting the impact of (i) research design, (ii) individual-level factors, (iii) firm-level factors, (iv) macro-level factors, and (v) emerging market factors. We also present a conceptual model to better reflect on the current debate.

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  • Pinar Buyukbalci & Ayse Merve Urfa & Esin Can, 2025. "A review on the internationalisation of emerging market SMEs," Management Review Quarterly, Springer, vol. 75(2), pages 1009-1040, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:manrev:v:75:y:2025:i:2:d:10.1007_s11301-023-00400-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s11301-023-00400-1
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