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Systemic Barriers and Opportunities in Financial Inclusion: Lessons from Developing Regions Widiastuti, C. Tri
Moneta : Journal of Economics and Finance Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): April 2025
Publisher : Indonesian Scientific Publication

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61978/moneta.v3i2.917

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Financial inclusion has gained global recognition as a cornerstone of sustainable economic development, particularly in developing economies where large segments of the population remain excluded from formal financial systems. This narrative review aims to synthesize evidence on the roles of microfinance, mobile banking, and policy approaches in advancing financial inclusion. A systematic search of academic databases, including Scopus, Google Scholar, and Web of Science, was conducted using targeted keywords to identify relevant studies published between 2010 and 2025. Inclusion criteria emphasized peer-reviewed works addressing financial access in developing countries, while methodological diversity encompassed quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods studies. Findings indicate that microfinance significantly supports poverty alleviation and women’s empowerment, though results vary across contexts and sometimes lead to over-indebtedness. Mobile banking demonstrates strong potential to expand financial access by lowering transaction costs and overcoming geographic barriers, with notable successes in India, Bangladesh, and Kenya. National policy frameworks create enabling environments that integrate financial innovations into broader economic strategies, yet challenges remain in ensuring active usage and consumer protection. Systemic barriers, including weak infrastructure, inconsistent regulation, and low digital literacy, persist as major obstacles. The discussion highlights the need for gender-sensitive policies, expanded literacy initiatives, and investments in infrastructure. Future research should examine long-term outcomes of inclusion strategies and the potential of emerging technologies such as blockchain. Overall, the review concludes that sustainable and inclusive financial systems require coordinated interventions that align access, capacity, and governance to achieve transformative impact.
Minat Investasi Sebagai Pemediasi dalam Pengetahuan Investasi dan Perilaku Keuangan Terhadap Keputusan Investasi Mahasiswa Semarang Kusuma Wardhani, Arrum Gusti; Widiastuti, C. Tri; Meiriyanti, Rita
Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen, Bisnis dan Kewirausahaan Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): Oktober: Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen, Bisnis dan Kewirausahaan
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jurimbik.v5i3.1338

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This study aims to determine the effect of investment knowledge and financial behavior on investment decisions with investment interest as a moderating variable for students in Semarang City. This type of research uses quantitative research with a population of students in Semarang City. This study uses a purposive sampling technique with special criteria, because the number of students is unknown, the sample is determined by multiplying a minimum sample of 10 by the number of indicators 14 and 140 respondents are obtained. Measurements using a linkert scale which is then processed on SmartPLS 3.0 using the SEM-PLS method. The results show that investment knowledge has a significant positive effect and financial behavior does not have a significant effect on investment decisions. And investment interest as a moderating variable strengthens the influence of investment knowledge and financial behavior on investment decisions.
Determinan Pembelian Impulsif Di Ane Thrift Store Semarang Widiastuti, C. Tri; Aprilia, Mila
Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen Bisnis dan Ekonomi Kreatif Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen, Bisnis dan Ekonomi Kreatif
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/jibeka.v4i1.1298

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Abstract The goal of this study was to look into the impact of price decreases, bonus packages, and retail displays on impulse buying. The independent factors in this study are price reduction (X1), bonus packages (X2), and in-store displays (X3), whereas the dependent variable is impulse purchase decisions (Y). The study's population included all clients who shopped at Ane Thrift Store Semarang. The study's sample size was 100 respondents, determined by purposive sampling. The research strategy was quantitative, with data collected via questionnaires. The data was analyzed using multiple regression analysis. According to the findings of this study, price reduction has a favorable and significant impact on impulse purchases. Bonus packages have a meaningful but not statistically significant impact on impulse purchases. Store displays have a beneficial and positive influence on impulse purchases. This study's findings can help create marketing and consumer behavior theories about the role of price decreases, incentive packages, and in-store displays. It is envisaged that business actors could identify the best strategy for increasing impulse purchases. Abstrak Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menyelidiki dampak potongan harga, paket bonus, dan pajangan toko terhadap pembelian impulsif. Variabel independen dalam penelitian ini adalah potongan harga (X1), bonus kemasan (X2), dan pajangan toko (X3), dan variabel dependen adalah keputusan pembelian impulsif (Y). Populasi penelitian ini terdiri dari semua pelanggan yang berbelanja di Ane Thrift Store Semarang. Ukuran sampel penelitian adalah 100 responden, dan purposive sampling digunakan untuk menentukan jumlah responden. Pendekatan penelitian dengan metode kuantitatif, dengan data yang dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner. Analisis regresi berganda digunakan sebagai metode analisis. Menurut temuan penelitian ini, potongan harga memiliki efek yang meyakinkan terhadap keputusan pembelian impulsif. Paket bonus mempunyai dampak nyata tetapi tidak signifikan secara statistik pada keputusan pembelian impulsif. Pajangan toko memiliki dampak yang bagus dan positif terhadap keputusan pembelian impulsif. Implikasi penelitian yakni mengembangkan teori pemasaran dan perilaku konsumen yang terkait dengan peran diskon harga, paket bonus, dan tampilan di dalam toko. Digharapkan pelaku usaha mampu menentukan strategi yang tepat untuk meningkatkan pembelian impulsive.
SWOT Analysis of Batik Semarangan Competitiveness in The Disruption Era Widiastuti, C. Tri; Santoso, Aprih
Indonesian Journal of Business and Entrepreneurship Vol. 8 No. 3 (2022): IJBE, Vol. 8 No. 3, September 2022
Publisher : School of Business, IPB University (SB-IPB)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17358/ijbe.8.3.430

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The unique feature of batik semarangan lies in the concept of colour according to the characteristic of Semarang. This study aims to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the batik semarangan competitiveness in the era of disruption. A research method is a qualitative approach using primary data, namely data obtained directly from the object under study through procedures and data collection techniques in the form of observation and structured interviews. The data analysis technique used is SWOT analysis (strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). The validity test of the data includes the credibility test (internal validity) and the triangulation of sources. The results showed that (1) the strengths are the quality of batik, a very strategic location and support from the government to improve its business, and good relations with suppliers; (2) the weaknesses are the production process with simple technology, the lack of marketing for batik products, as well as elderly human resources with common knowledge; (3) the opportunity is that marketing is still extensive and can be done online; (4) the threat is the lack of regeneration of batik craftsmen, batik printing at lower prices. Business actors should increase their skills and creativity, improve product quality, and develop online marketing to increase competitiveness. This study also revealed several managerial implications, which are 1) policymakers must be present and participate in decision making, 2) ease of access to information, promotion and collaboration with batik business actors in big cities, 3) training and assistance to increase innovation and creativity, and 4) encouraging improved branding of batik semarangan. Keywords: disruption era, batik semarangan, competitiveness, SWOT
Pengaruh Non Performing Loan dan Loan to Deposit Ratio Terhadap Kinerja Keuangan dengan Net Interest Margin Sebagai Variabel Intervening: Studi pada Bank BUMN yang Terdaftar di IDX Nofiyati, Rizqi Amaliya; Widiastuti, C. Tri; Meiriyanti, Rita
Jurnal Riset Rumpun Ilmu Ekonomi Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Oktober: Jurnal Riset Rumpun Ilmu Ekonomi
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jurrie.v4i2.6232

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This study aims to analyze the effect of Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) and the Loan-to-Deposit Ratio (LDR) on bank financial performance, as measured by Return on Assets (ROA), with Net Interest Margin (NIM) as an intervening variable in banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the 2021-2023 period. The research method used is quantitative research with a causal-comparative approach. The data used in this study is secondary data sourced from the financial reports of banking companies accessible through the official IDX website. The population in this study is banking sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, with a sample of 35 companies selected using a purposive sampling method based on certain criteria. The independent variables in this study are Non-Performing Loans (X1) and Loan to Deposit Ratio (X2), while the dependent variable is Return on Assets (Y) and the intervening variable is Net Interest Margin (Z). Data analysis techniques in this study use panel data regression, classical assumption tests, t-tests, coefficients of determination, and Sobel tests. The results of this study indicate that NPL has no effect on NIM, while LDR has an effect on NIM, NPL has an effect on ROA, LDR has no effect on ROA, NIM has an effect on ROA, NIM does not mediate the relationship between NPL and ROA, and NIM mediates the relationship between LDR and ROA.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Literasi Keuangan dan Pembukuan Bank Sampah Digital: Pengabdian Widiastuti, C. Tri; Efriyani Sumastuti; Ika Indriasari; Antono Herry Purnomo Adhi; David Firna Setiawan; Rizqi Dian Saputra; Eva Yuliana Putri; Nafis Suroyya
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Volume 4 Nomor 2 (October 202
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jerkin.v4i2.3042

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Kegiatan PkM dilaksanakan di Kelurahan Mlatiharjo Semarang Kecamatan Semarang Timur, dimana masyarakat setempat masih memiliki keterbatasan pengetahuan dalam pengelolaan keuangan sampah. Tujuannya untuk memberikan edukasi literasi keuangan, pembukuan dengan menggunakan Ms. Excel. Kegiatan diikuti 25 peserta dan dilakukan dalam lima tahap: 1) tahap sosialisasi dilakukan untuk mensosialisasikan program, 2) tahap edukasi, pelatihan dan pendampingan untuk memberikan pengetahuan keuangan secara teori dan praktek, 3) tahap IPTEK yaitu menerapkan teknologi dalam melakukan kegiatan pembukuan, 4) tahap evaluasi dilakukan dengan pretest dan posttest, 5) tahap keberlanjutan. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan tentang pengelolaan keuangan dan mampu mengoperasikan Ms Excel. Hal ini ditunjukkan pada hasil evalusai pretest dan posttes dimana 18 peserta (72%) menunjukkan peningkatan skor, sedangkan 7 peserta (28%) berada pada kondisi tetap, dan tidak ada peserta yang mengalami penurunan. Peserta juga diberikan pendampingan untuk memberikan solusi masalah yang timbul setelah pelatihan.