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The Moderating Effect of Business Growth On Financial Inclusion and Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in North Central Nigeria
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are pivotal to economic development in Nigeria, yet their sustainability is often constrained by limited access to formal financial services. While financial inclusion is widely promoted as a catalyst for SME resilience, empirical evidence on its effectiveness remains inconsistent, suggesting the influence of contingent factors. This study addresses a critical gap by investigating whether business growth moderates the relationship between financial inclusion and SME operational efficiency—a key indicator of sustainability—in North Central Nigeria. Employing …
