Global Research in Economics and Advanced Theory
Vol 2 No 2 (2025): GREAT Journal

THE ROLE OF BOARD DIVERSITY IN ENHANCING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE: EVIDENCE FROM INDONESIAN BANKING INDUSTRY

Yesi Anggraini (Muhammadiyah University of Aceh)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 May 2025

Abstract

This study examines the impact of board diversity on the financial performance of banks in Indonesia, highlighting the role of gender, ethnicity, and professional experience in strengthening governance and organizational outcomes. Using panel data from 30 publicly listed banks over the period 2018–2023, the analysis applies correlation and multiple regression models with financial performance indicators measured by return on assets (ROA) and return on equity (ROE). The results reveal a significant positive association between board diversity and financial performance, suggesting that banks with more heterogeneous boards achieve higher profitability and improved resilience. Specifically, gender diversity and ethnic representation demonstrate robust effects on both ROA and ROE, while professional background enhances decision-making efficiency. These findings are consistent with the resource-based view, which emphasizes diverse boards as valuable strategic assets that enhance innovation, reduce risk, and improve stakeholder trust. The study contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence from an emerging market context, where research on board diversity remains limited. Practical implications are offered for regulators and policymakers in Indonesia to strengthen diversity-related governance policies, while banks are encouraged to implement inclusive recruitment strategies to optimize financial outcomes.

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Great

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Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences Other

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GREAT (Global Research in Economics and Advanced Theory) (ISSN-E 3123-3449) adalah jurnal internasional yang menggunakan sistem peer review ganda dan terbuka, yang menerima artikel penelitian berkualitas tinggi, asli, dan didukung secara teoritis di bidang ekonomi. Hal ini mencakup, namun tidak ...