JEMSI (Jurnal Ekonomi, Manajemen, dan Akuntansi)
Vol. 12 No. 2 (2026): April 2026

The Influence of Financial Literacy, Income and Self-Control on the Financial Behaviour of MSMEs in Pemalang Regency

Suci Indah Sari (University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto)
Ika Yustina Rahmawati (University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto)
Nawalin Nazah (University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto)
Restu Frida Utami (University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyse the influence of financial literacy, income, and self-control on the financial behaviour of MSME actors in Pemalang Regency. The research employed a quantitative method with an explanatory approach, and data were collected through questionnaires from 100 MSME respondents selected using purposive sampling techniques. Data were analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). The results show that financial literacy, income, and self-control have a positive and significant effect on financial behaviour. These findings indicate that good financial understanding, adequate income, and strong self-control play an important role in shaping rational and sustainable financial behaviour. The R-square value of 0.663 shows that the three variables explain 66.3% of the variation in MSME financial behaviour. Therefore, improving financial literacy and strengthening self-control should be prioritised in efforts to develop sound financial behaviour among MSME actors in Pemalang Regency.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jemsi

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Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

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JEMSI (Jurnal Ekonomi, Manajemen, dan Akuntansi) is an electronic independent international scientific and academic journal that aims to publish scholars’ original and high-quality manuscripts and reports in all fields of business. JEMSI adheres to an open access policy to accelerate the ...