The Financial Performance and Macroeconomic Dynamics in the Greek Retail Landscape

Gazilas, Emmanouil Taxiarchis and Belesis, Nicholas (2023): The Financial Performance and Macroeconomic Dynamics in the Greek Retail Landscape. Published in: Actual Problems of Economics

Abstract

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the Greek retail sector's financial landscape from 2015 to 2021, examining seven distinct subsectors. Employing rigorous financial ratio analysis and correlating results with macroeconomic indicators, the research reveals nuanced patterns in profitability, capital utilization, and liquidity. The findings underscore the sector's adaptability to macroeconomic shifts, with notable variations among subsectors. As Greece navigates economic fluctuations, strategic planning for diverse retail segments becomes imperative for sustained success. The study contributes valuable insights for stakeholders seeking to navigate the complex interplay of macroeconomics and finance in the dynamic retail environment.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Greek Retail Sector, Financial Ratio Analysis, Macroeconomic Dynamics, Sectoral Variations
• Subjects: E - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics > E0 - General > E01 - Measurement and Data on National Income and Product Accounts and Wealth ; Environmental Accounts; E - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics > E3 - Prices, Business Fluctuations, and Cycles > E32 - Business Fluctuations ; Cycles

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