Exploring the Relationship Between Corporate Social Responsibility and Cost of Capital: A Mixed-Methods Analysis

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Exploring the Relationship Between Corporate Social Responsibility and Cost of Capital: A Mixed-Methods Analysis

Abstract

This study considers the affiliation between cost of capital and corporate social responsibility (CSR). To determine whether CSR initiatives may reduce the firm’s financing expenses.  This is due to intensified investor trust, reduced risk perceptions, and enhanced reputation. In essence, by utilizing a mixed-methods tactic, the study look for to determine if CSR engagement may be a strategic advantage that lowers a business’s expenses of both equity and debt, and thus in turn influences its financial status.

The method blends quantitative examination of financial data, which includes spending on infrastructure, return on invested capital, as well as CSR ratings, involving qualitative data from interviews with business executives, commercial economists, as well as CSR professionals. Certainly, the quantitative study computes the correlation among CSR ratings and capital expenditures. It is found across a variety of productiveness and regions, accounting for the diminishing influence of market conditions. Furthermore, the qualitative factor proposes a comprehensive perception of how firms perceive the impact of CSR on their financial expenditures and strategies for making decisions. This two-pronged model ensures a comprehensive understanding of how CSR affects financial outcomes and company strategy.

The projected outcomes of this consideration will demonstrate how CSR may help reduce the overall expense of capital, especially in segments where stakeholder views and image are important. The study’s focus on the financial effects of CSR might help businesses rethink their strategies for long-term success. Ultimately, it aims to demonstrate that CSR encompasses both a strategic corporate benefit and a moral requirement. The results of this study will be expanded upon subsequent research on the evolving relationship among CSR and the economy.

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