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VOD IN POLAND. MARKET DYNAMICS AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTIONS
Get PDFIn this article we try to understand the structure and dynamics of the Polish VOD market. An analysis of VOD consumption data provided by Gemius shows that Polish VOD market consists of both global and local players offering international and local productions. The number of viewers has flattened over time suggesting that in the future there will be less room for organic growth and the competition will likely shift to persuading users to spend more time watching videos by multiple attempts to make the library more sticky and interesting. The results of an additional technical analysis suggest that the top player is also the most technically advanced one and provides best experience, which might have an impact on the market performance
The Role of Instagram in Building Journalist’s Personal Brand: An Analysis of Communication Strategies in Social Media
Get PDFInstagram has become one of the most important tools for building a personal brand, especially for journalists. The aim of this article is to examine the role of this platform in shaping the image of journalists and to analyze the communication strategies they use to leverage social media effectively. The paper discusses how journalists build their professional identity, engage audiences, and promote values and content through Instagram. The study covers both the visual and textual aspects of posts and interactions with followers, which are a key element in building the authenticity of a personal brand. The article highlights how Instagram enables journalists to stand out from the competition and influences their work’s perceived credibility and professionalism
The Role of Packaging Designers in the Context of the Environmental Crisis
Get PDFIn the face of a worsening climate crisis and growing consumer awareness of the negative effects of over-consumption, the packaging industry faces the challenge of transforming itself towards more sustainable solutions. Labelling and well-planned production processes that can effectively promote environmental values that benefit both the producer and the environment play a crucial role in this process. Working with experts from other industries involved in creating goods, designers can shape informed and mature visual messages emphasizing the importance of responsible design decisions. The following paper emphasizes that sustainable design requires interdisciplinary knowledge and consideration of long-term effects, such as using and recycling materials, which can help reduce waste generation and promote responsible practices in the packaging industry
THE DETERMINANTS OF GREEN FINANCE AND EFFECT ON THE BANKING SECTOR
Get PDFThis study examines the prerequisites and challenges faced by local and foreign commercialbanks in Türkiye in supporting green business initiatives. This study uses backward logistic regression analysis to identify variables affecting green financing practices using annual data fromTurkish deposit banks from 2012 to 2021. This study addresses the growing interest in understanding the role of commercial banks in promoting green finance and contributes to the existingliterature by revealing the current efforts of Turkish commercial banks in this area. The mainfindings show that factors influencing green financing practices are derivative financial assets,loans, tangible assets, equity capital, company size, female representation on boards, presenceof audit committees and company experience. The study highlights the relationship betweenthese factors and green financing methods adopted by depository banks. It is worth noting thatthe assets of these banks were built within the framework of green financing and practices suchas green buildings, green loans and green bonds were introduced. In addition, the size and experience of custodian banks help influence their green financing practices. The findings providea framework for policy makers, practitioners and academics who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of Turkish financial institutions and green finance
BANK FAILURE RISK: A STUDY ON SILICON VALLEY BANK, SIGNATURE BANK & SILVERGATE CAPITAL CORPORATION
No full textThis study investigates whether the ratio of long-term investment to total assets, the ratio of cash on hand to total assets, and the ratio of price-to-earnings are risk indicators for bank failures. Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), Signature Bank, and Silvergate Capital Corp., which experienced bank failure, and banks that are among the 20 largest banks in the USA are analyzed with the panel data method. Analyses were made using quarterly data between 2003Q4 and 2022Q4. It is revealed that the long-term investment to total assets ratio increases the bank failure risk. The risk of bank failure varies negatively with the cash on hand to total assets ratio. Bank failure risk rises as the price-to-earnings ratio rises. In terms of revealing the factors influencing the risk of bank failure and possible consequences, it is expected that the findings obtained could contribute to the literature
THE CONCEPT OF ASSOCIATED PERSONS AS A KEY AND POTENTIALLY PROBLEMATIC ASPECT IN TRANSFER PRICING
Get PDFTransfer pricing (TP) is based on many principles – the essential one is the Arm´s Length Principle (ALP). In this respect, the term “associated persons” is of crucial importance: associated persons must be involved in transactions in order for the ALP to be applied. The aim of the paper is to contribute to existing comparative analysis of TP rules – specifically, to provide a critical analysis of the term “associated persons” as prescribed by domestic law in Brazil, the Czech Republic, and Latvia. The key goals of the research conducted were to provide a comprehensive picture of the variety of definitions, to indicate relationships between international law and domestic law, and last, but not least, to highlight various concepts of the term “associated persons” and to identify problematic aspects connected with the interpretation of the definitions and the applications of the related rules. The study, which is based on qualitative research, is exploratory and interpretative in its nature. Its results present a background for further research and point to the fragmentation of law on TP with respect to the investigated issue. On the basis of the results of the comparative study one can conclude significant differences among, and fragmentation in, the definitions of the term “associated persons” both in respect of the number of categories established and in respect of the absence of the autonomy of the definitions of the term “associated persons” as provided by public law (especially by income tax acts). At the same time one can conclude the same position regarding the application of double tax treaties in all the countries for which the study was carried out
THE ROLE OF SOFT SKILLS IN EMPLOYABILITY IN THE FINANCIAL INDUSTRY
Get PDFThe purpose of this article is to present and analyze the results of research on soft skills that increase employability in the financial sector. The article presents not only a diagnosis of the importance of soft skills in the banking and financial industry, but also indicates which soft skills may be poised to increase employability, which skills are lacking among new entrants in the job market of the banking and financial industry, and how soft skills training is perceived among industry participants. Finally, the importance of these variables in the banking and financial industry has been compared with their importance in other industries. 
CAN WE PREDICT HIGH GROWTH FIRMS WITH THE FINANCIAL RATIOS?
No full textThis study attempts to predict high growth firm (HGF) status with financial ratios. Measures related to the firm’s effectiveness in using assets to generate profits, EBITDA margin, debt ratio, equity-to-debt ratio and return on assets are associated with HGF status. While the financial ratios improve HGF prediction, prediction remains modest (AUC = 0.627). This study suggests it is difficult to assume a very good HGF forecast from only financial ratios; therefore, the recommendation for researchers and policymakers building models for predicting HGFs is to incorporate non-financial ratio variables, like the intangible innovation and team-related variables. Finally, study suggests a standardized reporting of prediction performance metrics in the out-of-sample and out-of-time simulation for HGF prediction studies. 
ESTONIA AND KAZAKHSTAN. FINANCIAL AND ECONOMIC FATE OF ECONOMIES AFTER THE COLLAPSE OF THE USSR
Get PDFThe collapse of the USSR significantly affected the economic and political situation of all the republics which gained sovereignty as a result. Among them were countries such as Estonia and Kazakhstan. This article considers whether these countries have coped with the new political conditions. Using known economic indicators, a comparison was made of the economic and financial situation of both countries, pointing to the potential causes of diversification of their socio-economic development. Currently, Estonia is considered the most developed country of the 15 former members of the USSR, and Kazakhstan is in 5th place. The research carried out in this paper shows that the current economy of Kazakhstan is clearly moving away from that Estonia needs radical measures to achieve economic acceleration. The authors, analyzing the strategic activity of Estonia and Kazakhstan and the independence of financial management, concluded that these have had a significant impact on the current state of economic and financial development of the countries in question
THE RISK IDENTIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT ON THE EXAMPLE OF COMPANIES FROM THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY IN POLAND
Get PDFThe issues related to the identification and assessment of risk in the automotive industry are particularly important from the point of view of functioning in a changing environment. The main purpose of the article is to present the basic definitions of risk and its types, as well as to identify the most important sources of industry risk for companies operating in the automotive industry in Poland. In addition, it is also crucial to assess the impact of identified risks on the activities of these enterprises. Two methods were used in the empirical part: a survey questionnaire (research conducted with the management staff) and an in-depth interview, which was conducted with an auditor in the automotive industry. The research results show that in companies from the automotive industry, the main risks are identified in individual areas: operational, legal and IT. One of the main challenges is the ability to adapt to changing conditions, but also the diversification of suppliers so that a key supplier does not shut down the entire production line