Urban Fixed-Line Telecommunication Density and Its Influence on Financial Outcomes in Greece's Leading Telecom Firms

Gazilas, Emmanouil Taxiarchis (2024): Urban Fixed-Line Telecommunication Density and Its Influence on Financial Outcomes in Greece's Leading Telecom Firms.

Abstract

This study examines the impact of Urban Fixed-Line Telecommunication Density (UFLTD) on financial performance within the telecommunications sector in Greece, focusing on the three leading companies in the market. Utilizing a balanced panel data set spanning a decade, the research employs both fixed and random effects regression models to analyze the relationship between UFLTD and various financial performance indicators. The Hausman test results suggest that fixed effects are more appropriate for certain financial metrics, while random effects are suitable for others. Furthermore, the Breusch-Pagan test indicates potential heteroscedasticity in several models, which necessitates robust estimations. The findings highlight a significant association between UFLTD and financial performance, underscoring the critical role of telecommunications infrastructure in fostering operational efficiency and profitability.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Telecommunications, Financial Performance, Urban Density, Fixed-Line Services, Greece
• Subjects: M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M0 - General > M00 - General

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