Board of directors’ attributes effects on firm performance and the moderating role of women: Alternative measurements

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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to look at the relationship between business performance and the qualities of the board of directors (BOD). This study also looks at how women fit into this connection. Additionally, this study examines the association between performance of firm (FP) and board effectiveness. This study uses regression analysis to determine whether the attributes of the BOD have an impact on performance. This study uses ordinary least squares (OLS) regression to test how women moderate the association between board of director traits and performance. Furthermore, by combining extra data with attentional tests, this study validates the main findings. Additionally, the BOD’s efficacy was evaluated. This study establishes a negative and statistically significant association between board size and non-executive membership. Conversely, the presence of women on the board with backgrounds in accounting and finance has a noteworthy and favorable impact. This study validates the primary findings by examining the association between board of director qualities using an additional assessment method. Furthermore, this study discovers that the association between company performance and board of director qualities is moderated by the participation of women. Ultimately, this research indicates a strong correlation between business performance and the efficacy of the board.

Keywords: Board of Director Attributes, Women on the Board, Alternative Measurements, Firm Performance and Market of Saudi Arabia

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Declaration of conflicting interests: The Author declares that there is no conflict of interest.

JEL Classification: L25, G34, C31

Received: 12.09.2023
Accepted: 04.04.2024
Published online: 08.04.2024

How to cite this paper: Al-Matari, E. M. (2024). Board of directors’ attributes effects on firm performance and the moderating role of women: Alternative measurements. Journal of Governance & Regulation, 13(2), 31–49. https://doi.org/10.22495/jgrv13i2art3