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Item Restricted The Impact of Governance Factors on Economic Growth in Saudi Arabia: A Comparative Analysis of GCC Countries and Spillover Effects on Regional Economic Development(The London School of Economics and Political Science, 2025) Alfehaid, Khaled; Parmigiani, AlbertoThis dissertation investigates the impact of governance quality on economic growth in Saudi Arabia and address the gap in understanding how governance quality shapes economic outcomes in Saudi Arabia and GCC region. It also conducts a comparative analysis of the governance environment across Gulf Cooperation Council countries, evaluating regional governance spillover and its impact on Saudi Arabia’s economic growth. Recognizing governance as a multi-dimensional concept that encompasses institutional and political factors, this study applies principal component analysis (PCA) to governance indices, employing it as a tool in a multi-regression equation. Given that most of these world governance indicators (WGI) are highly correlated, the PCA method is optimal. Data were collected between 1996 and 2023 (19 observations per country due to missing values). The findings reveal that institutional governance indicators, such as government effectiveness, regulatory quality, and rule of law significantly impact Saudi Arabia's economic performance. However, their association with growth is sometimes negative, potentially reflecting time lags, governance improvements, or the dominance of oil-based, state-led economic development. A comparative analysis of GCC nations highlights significant disparity in governance quality. For example, the UAE and Qatar lead in terms of institutional performance. However, political governance, particularly voice and accountability, remains a consistently weak dimension of governance across the region. Notably, the study identified significant negative spillover effects from improved governance in neighboring countries such as the UAE and Qatar, which could negatively impact the economic growth of Saudi Arabia. Conversely, positive spillover was observed from the countries with aligned institutional frameworks, such as Kuwait and Bahrain. These results demonstrate the complex dynamics of governance in GCC countries and underscore the need for regional policy coordination to mitigate adverse competitive spillover to promote inclusive economic development in the whole region.21 0Item Restricted How social media influencers' expertise and transparency of sponsorship disclosures affect destination visit intentions / Travel and tourism industry(Kings College London, 2022) Alkatheri, Alanoud; Bernritter, StefanAbstract The use of influencer marketing has become increasingly prevalent among marketers and organizations in order to reach potential customers across a wide range of industries. This study aims to fill the gap of previous studies by investigating the effects of transparency in sponsorship disclosures and determining whether influencer expertise has a moderating effect on perceived trustworthiness and measuring the impact on destination visit intentions in the travel and tourism industry. This research uses a 2 (low transparency sponsorship disclosure vs. high transparency sponsorship disclosure) x 2 (low expertise vs. high expertise) in the form of an online experiment design conducted on social media users. This study applied a quantitative approach and a total of 227 participants completed an online questionnaire which was applied to test the framework for the study The analytical results show that high transparency has a significant effect on visit intention, however, it has a negative effect on the influencer’s perceived trustworthiness. Moreover, perceived trustworthiness from influencers significantly affects consumers’ visit intention. However, the results of the study show that there is no moderation effect for expertise in the relationship between transparency and perceived trustworthiness, nor mediation effect of perceived trustworthiness in the relationship between transparency and visit intention. This series of findings not only enrich the existing research on influencer marketing in the field of travel and tourism but also have meaningful practical implications for marketers, which they can use to boost the intention of visits and buying behavior among social media users.26 0Item Restricted How social media influencers' expertise and transparency of sponsorship disclosures affect destination visit intentions(king's college london, 2022) Alkatheri, Alanoud Abduallah; Bernritter, StefanAbstract The use of influencer marketing has become increasingly prevalent among marketers and organizations in order to reach potential customers across a wide range of industries. This study aims to fill the gap of previous studies by investigating the effects of transparency in sponsorship disclosures and determining whether influencer expertise has a moderating effect on perceived trustworthiness and measuring the impact on destination visit intentions in the travel and tourism industry. This research uses a 2 (low transparency sponsorship disclosure vs. high transparency sponsorship disclosure) x 2 (low expertise vs. high expertise) in the form of an online experiment design conducted on social media users. This study applied a quantitative approach and a total of 227 participants completed an online questionnaire which was applied to test the framework for the study The analytical results show that high transparency has a significant effect on visit intention, however, it has a negative effect on the influencer’s perceived trustworthiness. Moreover, perceived trustworthiness from influencers significantly affects consumers’ visit intention. However, the results of the study show that there is no moderation effect for expertise in the relationship between transparency and perceived trustworthiness, nor mediation effect of perceived trustworthiness in the relationship between transparency and visit intention. This series of findings not only enrich the existing research on influencer marketing in the field of travel and tourism but also have meaningful practical implications for marketers, which they can use to boost the intention of visits and buying behavior among social media users.22 0Item Restricted Impact of Mandatory ESG Disclosures on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Activities(University of Sussex, 2024-09) Alzahrani, Renad; Zhang, QiyuThis dissertation examines the impact of mandatory Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosures on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities across 33 countries from 1996 to 2023. The research aims to determine whether these disclosures influence cumulative abnormal returns (CAR) and market reactions during M&A announcements. Utilizing a panel dataset and high-dimensional fixed-effects regression models, the dissertation tests two hypotheses: that mandatory ESG disclosures positively affect CAR, and that market reactions differ between downstream and upstream acquisitions. The findings reveal no significant impact of ESG disclosures on CAR or market reactions, indicating limited short-term financial effects. The dissertation suggests further research into regional and cultural factors and the long-term strategic benefits of ESG integration in M&A.48 0Item Restricted The Impact of Procurement Practices on Supplier Relationships in Small Retail Businesses(University of Strathclyde, 2024-02-06) Alduhaim, Meshari; Mendibil, KepaThis study investigates the impact of procurement practices on supplier relationship management within small retail businesses in the United Kingdom. A thematic analysis of relevant literature provides a comprehensive overview of various themes in the study, including supplier relationship management, contemporary procurement practices, attributes and challenges associated with current procurement practices, and how procurement practices affect supplier loyalty and satisfaction. According to the findings, sustainable procurement practices in small retail businesses can enhance their reputations, attract environmentally conscious customers, and support sustainable development. Small retailers must, however, deal with challenges such as increased costs and limited suppliers who are environmentally friendly. The recommendations include improving supplier collaboration, implementing flexible and responsive supply chain processes, and prioritizing cost negotiations, transparency, integrity, and accountability. A future study should focus on gathering primary data from surveys or interviews, exploring the influence of government policies, cultural differences, and technology on procurement practices, and examining the long-term effects of sustainable procurement practices on small retail businesses.24 0