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Is Firm Size a Factor in the relationship with foreign direct investment in South Africa? [version 1; peer review: awaiting peer review]

When:

May 21, 2026 · 7:07 AM

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F1000Research

Background Foreign direct investment plays a significant role in influencing corporate financial decisions in emerging markets, yet the extent to which firm characteristics shape this relationship remains unclear. In particular, the role of firm size in moderating the effect of foreign ownership on dividend payment behaviour has received limited empirical attention. This study examines whether firm size influences the relationship between foreign direct investment and the likelihood of dividend