... of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format. © 2026 Emerald Publishing Limited 2026 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Emerging economy Stewardship theory Founder CEO Digitalization...

... Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Formal strategic performance SME managers Business ties Political ties Emerging economy Financial performance Knowing which way to turn, and when best to act, can feel even more of a head-scratching condundrum for smaller businesses than...

... and places the articles in context. Findings Small businesses in emerging economies have been hit hard during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Utilizing key dynamic capabilities enables business models and strategies to be modified accordingly to provide these entrepreneurs with new opportunities that can...

... and places the articles in context. Findings For small and medium enterprises in emerging economies, social capital is a crucial resource, often untapped. This is something that central governments need to address to support the SMEs in their economies. Originality/value The briefing saves busy...

... of payments. Design/methodology/approach This paper focuses on the case of an emerging economy, Vietnam. Findings The key motivators of using mobile payment services include perceived usefulness, convenience, promotional offers, and social approval. In contrast, major barriers to consumer adoption...