The Impact of Financial Distress on Corporate Performance in the Chinese Securities Market

Zhong Sheng

doi:10.56982/dream.v2i05.110

Authors

Zhong Sheng City University Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56982/dream.v2i05.110

Keywords:

financial distress, security market, financial report

Abstract

This research aims to provide an in-depth investigation into the effects of financial distress on the operational and financial performance of companies. It employs a longitudinal study on a broad sample of listed corporations in the Chinese security market, analyzing their financial reports, stock performance, and various distress indicators over the past decade. The study also factors in macroeconomic conditions, regulatory changes, and industry-specific issues. The paper seeks to understand how financial distress influences firm performance, profitability, and survival, while also highlighting the strategies that distressed companies have employed to navigate these challenging circumstances. Furthermore, the research explores the role of governmental policies and corporate governance in mitigating the adverse effects of financial distress. This study will be particularly beneficial for stakeholders in the Chinese securities market, providing crucial insights for decision-making in financially turbulent times.

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