THE EFFECTS OF THE DIVERSITY OF BANKING SERVICES ON BANK PERFORMANCE-A CASE OF THE IRAQI BANKING SYSTEM

Authors

  • Dzoar J. Bakr Dept. of Accounting Techniques, Duhok Administrative Technical college, Duhok Polytechnic University, Kurdistan Region – Iraq Author
  • Idris S. Mohamad Dept. of Accounting, College of Administration and Economics, University of Duhok, Kurdistan Region – Iraq Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61841/tk28e193

Keywords:

Diversification, bank diversity, bank performance, credit risk, credit portfolio

Abstract

This paper examines the effect of diversification on the performance of various banks in Iraq. Previous studies suggest that banks that are less diverse in terms of services offered and clientele are monotonous and generate less revenue. Further, the performance of the bank is measured by its ability to meet its goals, increase its profit margin, and build a good capital portfolio. This research deployed qualitative and quantitative approaches to collect and analyze data from 19 participants in 7 companies within the Kurdish region of Iraq. The eligibility criteria for selecting the participants was that those who were fully aware of the functionality of the banks were selected. The findings showed that the diversity of services offered to clients influences the performance of the bank. In conclusion, banks that offer a variety of services to several investments are poised to perform in the banking industry. Employees also play a vital role in strategies such as the evaluation of clients and sectors with lower credit risk and higher returns. 

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Published

31.08.2020

How to Cite

J. Bakr, D., & S. Mohamad, I. (2020). THE EFFECTS OF THE DIVERSITY OF BANKING SERVICES ON BANK PERFORMANCE-A CASE OF THE IRAQI BANKING SYSTEM. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 24(6), 7756-7765. https://doi.org/10.61841/tk28e193