The Impact of Traditional Financing on Afghanistan's Economy
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Abstract
Traditional financing systems, such as hawala and microfinance, play a crucial role in Afghanistan's financial landscape, particularly in areas with limited formal banking infrastructure. This study investigates the impact of traditional financing on Afghanistan's economy by analyzing data from 200 respondents, including small business owners, households, and financial institutions. The research employs descriptive and inferential statistical methods to assess the relationship between traditional financing and key economic indicators such as GDP growth, employment creation, and household income. The findings indicate that conventional financing significantly contributes to GDP growth, supports the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and positively impacts employment rates. Additionally, traditional financing is associated with an increase in household income for a significant portion of respondents. These results underscore the importance of conventional financing in fostering economic development and financial inclusion in Afghanistan. The study's implications for policymakers and financial institutions include the need to integrate traditional financing systems with formal financial structures, develop tailored financial products for SMEs, and implement appropriate regulatory frameworks to ensure transparency and mitigate risks. Future research should focus on larger sample sizes, longitudinal studies, and comparative analysis with formal financial systems to further validate and expand on these findings.
Keywords:Traditional Financing,Afghanistan Economy,Hawala System,Microfinance,Financial Inclusion,Economic Growth,Household Income
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