Suhuf: International Journal of Islamic Studies
Vol. 36 No. 2 (2024): November

A Conceptual Review Paper: Revisiting the Non-linear Relationship Between Dividend and Firm Value in Shariah and Non-Shariah Compliant Firms

Bakri, Mohd Ashari (Unknown)
Nasir Samsulbahri, Mohd (Unknown)
Isa Abd Jalil, Mohamad (Unknown)
Ahsan, Md Hafizi (Unknown)
Chia Yong, Chia (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Nov 2024

Abstract

In the modern corporate world, dividend policy is a widely discussed topic. Early academic literature mainly focused on the linear relationship between dividends and firm value. However, a non-linear (J-shaped) relationship was later discovered in major economies, indicating that firm value may have a more complex connection to dividends. This study reviews existing literature on the non-linear relationship between dividends and company value, suggesting that this relationship might also exist between Shariah-compliant and non-Shariah-compliant firms. The low leverage characteristic of Shariah-compliant firms may contribute to this potential relationship. An extensive search through Google Scholar and Scopus revealed that few empirical studies have examined this non-linear relationship. Notably, no analysis has yet investigated the non-linear relationship between dividends and firm value specifically among Shariah-compliant firms. This article provides a conceptual overview of how and why such a relationship may exist. The review highlights the need for further research, offering insights that could help policymakers and firms make informed decisions to enhance firm performance.

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suhuf

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Religion Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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SUHUF is published by the Faculty of Islamic Studies at the Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta and is intended as a communication medium and forum for developing Islamic studies. It contains scholarly writings, particularly those relevant to the fields or departments pursued by the Faculty, namely ...