Corporate social responsibility and financial performance in emerging markets: A systematic review to enhance decision-making frameworks

Key Points

• Financial performance is positively influenced by corporate social responsibility initiatives, enhancing company reputation.
• A systematic review synthesizes previous findings across multiple emerging markets to establish this link.
• The analysis highlights the need for decision-making frameworks that include corporate social responsibility as a key metric.
• These findings underscore the importance of integrating social responsibility in business strategies for better financial outcomes.