[Access to Bank Credit and SME Financing. (Case of Kosovo) Paper Title]

Nure, Gazmend

doi:10.2139/ssrn.3813863

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“…Kosovo, despite progress in establishing a supportive ecosystem for MSMEs, has not been immune to this global challenge. Studies indicate that the financial landscape in Kosovo is marked by high interest rates, stringent collateral requirements, and a perception of risk that often discourages banks from lending to MSMEs (Nure, 2021;Peci & Shabani, 2020;Tmava et al, 2013).…”

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An empirical study on micro, small, and medium enterprises access to finance in Kosovo: A survey based analysis

Berisha,

Hoti,

Hoti

2023

Multidiscip. Sci. J.

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This study investigates the access to finance among Micro, Small, and Medium Entities (MSME) in Kosovo, providing an understanding of the financial landscape of this important sector. Utilizing a quantitative research design, the study administered a structured questionnaire to a representative sample of 250 MSME in Kosovo, encompassing a variety of industries and sizes. The questionnaire measured the types of financing used, perceived barriers to accessing finance, and the impacts of financial constraints on the business.Data analysis included descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and regression analysis. Findings suggest a reliance on internal funds among most MSMEs, with high-interest rates and stringent collateral requirements identified as major barriers to accessing external finance. Moreover, firm size and years of operation appeared to positively influence access to finance. The study concludes with recommendations for regulatory reforms, financial sector development, and capacity building to ease these barriers and enhance MSME growth and competitiveness.Further research is encouraged to probe the effectiveness of different interventions and delve deeper into the experiences of MSMEs in navigating their financial constraints.

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