This study explores the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the tourism industry in Bangladesh, focusing on four critical factors: cost, security, hygiene, and food quality. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 16 participants from various sectors within the Rajshahi district. Data...

This paper examines the evolving landscape of fiscal rules and fiscal councils worldwide, focusing on developments since the pandemic. Drawing on the latest updates to the IMF’s Fiscal Rules and Fiscal Councils databases—which cover more than 120 economies and 54 fiscal councils—it...

This study examines herding behavior in six MENA stock markets, with a focus on the impact of geopolitical risks and downward/upward market conditions during COVID-19/non-COVID-19 periods. Empirical results reveal significant differences among MENA countries regarding herding behavior and the...

The Covid-19 pandemic, in Canada and around the world, accelerated trends toward non-cash payments. In this paper, we assess the impact of high-frequency fluctuations in the severity of the pandemic on payment behaviour. These fluctuations are measured by daily changes in restrictions...

This study aims to examine the influence of Brand Anthropomorphism on Conversational Value and Attitude Towards Communication (relevance) of Gen Y and Gen Z consumers in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The study considered interactive marketing strategies used by premium auto brands on...