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Research Objective

To analyze how macroeconomic variables affect the market performance of non-financial companies in Pakistan from 2014 to 2023.

Methodology

Quantitative research using panel data from 2014-2023. Data sources include the World Bank's Development Indicators (WDI) dataset and annual reports. The study employed a two-step Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) dynamic panel data estimator. Market performance was measured by Tobin's Q. Independent variables included GDP, inflation rate, exchange rate, interest rate, and government expenditure.

Methodology Flowchart

                        graph TD
    A["Data Collection WDI, Annual Reports"] --> B["Data Preparation & Variable Definition"];
    B --> C["Panel Data Analysis"];
    C --> D["GMM Estimation"];
    D --> E["Analysis of Results"];
    E --> F["Interpretation & Discussion"];
    F --> G["Conclusion & Recommendations"];                    

Discussion

The study's findings suggest that macroeconomic factors play a crucial role in influencing the market performance of non-financial firms in Pakistan. The positive impact of GDP, exchange rate, interest rate, and government expenditure, alongside the negative impact of inflation, highlights the interconnectedness of these variables with market outcomes. The research emphasizes the need for policymakers and investors to consider these macroeconomic influences when making economic policy and investment decisions. The study also notes that while prior research has focused on firm-level factors, this study's focus on macroeconomic variables provides a different perspective.

Key Findings

- GDP has a positive and significant impact on market performance (Tobin's Q).
- Inflation has a negative and significant impact on market performance.
- Exchange rate has a positive and significant impact on market performance.
- Interest rate has a positive and significant impact on market performance.
- Government expenditure has a positive and significant impact on market performance.
- The GMM estimation indicated no second-order serial correlation and valid instruments.

Conclusion

Macroeconomic variables significantly contribute to the market performance of non-financial enterprises in Pakistan. The findings have implications for domestic and foreign investors, management, and policymakers. Developing countries should prioritize enhancing their economic development and implementing appropriate macroeconomic policies to improve market performance. Future research could explore additional macroeconomic factors, corporate governance, and mediating/intervening variables.

Fact Check

- The study period is from 2014 to 2023. (Confirmed in the text)
- The data sources are the World Bank's Development Indicators (WDI) dataset and annual reports. (Confirmed in the text)
- The econometric model used is the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM). (Confirmed in the text)

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