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Journal Markcount Finance
Published by Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi
ISSN : 29870925     EISSN : 29869455     DOI : 10.70177/jmf
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Journal Markcount Finance, established in 2023 by Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi, has become a leading platform for economic research that connects financial innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation within the evolving economic ecosystem. In 2026, the journal introduced a change in its publication frequency to a bimonthly schedule, publishing issues in February, April, June, August, October, and December. The journal covers a broad spectrum of topics reflecting significant changes in finance, business, and accounting industries in the age of technology-driven economies. Its focus encompasses research on fintech, sustainable finance, digital transformation in accounting and auditing, behavioral economics in capital markets, regulatory technology (RegTech), digital taxation, and Islamic digital finance. Research published in this journal offers insights into technological innovations such as blockchain and AI-driven investment strategies, alongside the regulatory challenges emerging with the rise of digital financial systems. Studies on sustainable finance and ESG investments highlight efforts to tackle climate change and support circular economy practices. Other key topics include behavioral analysis in capital markets, focusing on investor psychology and risk management, as well as the application of technology in auditing and financial decision-making processes. Special attention is also given to the role of regulatory technology in ensuring compliance with regulations in the rapidly evolving digital financial landscape. Overall, Journal Markcount Finance continues to make significant contributions to researchers and policymakers in various countries, presenting relevant and applied research to address the challenges faced by modern financial and economic systems.
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ESG Integration in Investment Portfolios: A Comparative Study Between Developed and Emerging Markets Dessy Evianti; Muhammad Yusuf; Lisdawati Lisdawati; Teddy Oswari; Ahmed Al-Fahad
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i2.2575

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The growing prominence of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles has reshaped investment decision-making across global financial markets. While ESG integration is well established in developed economies, its adoption in emerging markets remains uneven due to institutional, regulatory, and data transparency disparities. This study aims to compare the performance, risk characteristics, and strategic integration of ESG factors within investment portfolios across developed and emerging markets. A mixed-method approach was applied, combining quantitative analysis of ESG-indexed equity portfolios from 2015 to 2023 with qualitative evaluation of policy frameworks and investor behavior. The findings reveal that portfolios in developed markets consistently demonstrate superior risk-adjusted returns, attributed to stronger ESG disclosure standards and regulatory enforcement. Conversely, emerging markets exhibit higher return volatility and weaker ESG score correlations with financial performance, primarily due to inconsistent reporting and limited corporate accountability. The study concludes that while ESG integration enhances portfolio resilience and long-term sustainability, its impact is significantly conditioned by market maturity, governance quality, and institutional capacity. These results highlight the necessity for harmonized ESG frameworks and capacity-building initiatives to bridge the performance gap between developed and emerging economies.
Green Sukuk as a Sustainable Financing Instrument: Evidence from Indonesia and Malaysia Mega Ilhamiwati; Ryan Teo; Lucas Wong
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.2576

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Green Sukuk represents a strategic innovation in Islamic finance that aligns environmental sustainability with Sharia-compliant investment principles. The increasing global urgency to address climate change has driven Muslim-majority nations such as Indonesia and Malaysia to pioneer the issuance of Green Sukuk as a dual-purpose instrument financing sustainable projects while promoting ethical investment behavior. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of Green Sukuk in supporting national sustainable development goals and to evaluate its role in strengthening green financial ecosystems. The research employs a mixed-method approach combining document analysis, market data review, and expert interviews from both countries’ financial authorities. The results show that Green Sukuk issuance has significantly contributed to renewable energy and climate-resilient infrastructure projects, enhancing investors’ confidence through transparent reporting and Sharia compliance. Comparative findings reveal that Indonesia focuses on sovereign sustainability frameworks, whereas Malaysia emphasizes private sector innovation and regulatory facilitation. The study concludes that Green Sukuk offers a viable model for integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives into Islamic finance, advancing both ethical and ecological accountability.
Investor Psychology and Sentiment Analysis in Cryptocurrency Markets: A Behavioral Finance Approach Juliana Kadang; Maria Clara Reyes; Samantha Gonzales
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.2577

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The volatility of cryptocurrency markets has attracted growing attention from scholars seeking to understand how psychological and emotional factors shape investor behavior. Behavioral finance provides a theoretical foundation to explain deviations from rational decision-making, particularly in environments driven by speculation, social influence, and technological uncertainty. This study aims to examine the relationship between investor sentiment, psychological bias, and market dynamics within cryptocurrency trading using a behavioral finance approach. The research employs a mixed-method design, combining quantitative sentiment analysis of social media data (Twitter, Reddit, and Telegram) with econometric modeling of market indicators such as trading volume, volatility, and price momentum. The results indicate a strong correlation between positive sentiment and short-term price surges, while fear and loss aversion significantly contribute to panic selling and extreme volatility. Investor psychology, particularly herd behavior and overconfidence, is shown to amplify market cycles beyond fundamental valuations. The findings confirm that behavioral variables exert a measurable and systematic influence on cryptocurrency market movements. The study concludes that integrating psychological and sentiment metrics into financial modeling enhances predictive accuracy and provides critical insights for investors and policymakers seeking stability in digital asset markets.
Cryptocurrency Taxation Frameworks: Comparative Analysis Between the EU, US, and Southeast Asia Loso Judijanto; Aung Myint; Nandar Hlaing
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i2.2578

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The rapid growth of cryptocurrency markets has created unprecedented challenges for tax authorities worldwide, particularly in defining ownership, valuation, and jurisdictional liability for digital assets. Divergent taxation policies among major economies have produced inconsistencies in compliance, enforcement, and fiscal fairness. This study aims to conduct a comparative analysis of cryptocurrency taxation frameworks in the European Union (EU), the United States (US), and Southeast Asia, emphasizing their legal classifications, regulatory mechanisms, and fiscal implications. A qualitative comparative method was employed, combining policy document analysis, case law review, and secondary data synthesis from governmental and institutional reports. The findings reveal that the EU prioritizes harmonization through the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, the US applies a capital gains taxation model based on asset categorization, while Southeast Asian countries exhibit fragmented and evolving approaches influenced by institutional maturity. The analysis highlights that effective cryptocurrency taxation depends on transparency, interagency coordination, and digital infrastructure readiness. The study concludes that global policy coherence is essential to prevent tax arbitrage and ensure equitable fiscal governance in the digital economy. These results contribute to the development of a unified conceptual framework for cross-border digital asset taxation.
Ethical AI in Financial Decision-Making: Balancing Innovation, Regulation, and Social Justice Shohib Muslim; Ahmed Hossam; Mona Abdallah; Farida Akbarina
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.2714

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The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in financial decision-making has revolutionized the sector, offering unprecedented speed and efficiency. However, the increasing reliance on AI systems has raised concerns regarding ethical implications, particularly in terms of fairness, transparency, and accountability. This study explores the intersection of ethical AI, financial decision-making, and social justice, emphasizing the need to balance technological innovation with regulatory oversight and societal impact. The research aims to assess how AI-driven financial decisions align with ethical principles and the role of regulation in ensuring equitable outcomes. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining a qualitative review of existing literature on AI ethics in finance with quantitative analysis of AI algorithms in decision-making processes within financial institutions. The findings suggest that while AI has the potential to enhance financial decision-making, there is a significant gap in the ethical regulation of AI systems. The study identifies key challenges in ensuring transparency and fairness, particularly in automated lending and investment decisions. It concludes that a comprehensive regulatory framework is essential for balancing innovation with ethical standards, ensuring that AI serves the public good while mitigating the risk of biased decision-making. The findings underscore the importance of social justice considerations in the deployment of AI in financial systems.
Sustainable Finance and Digital Innovation: Synergies for Achieving SDGs in Emerging Economies Imron Natsir; Omar Al-Fahim; Rasha Al-Ansari
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.2789

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Emerging economies face increasing pressure to accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while confronting structural financing gaps and uneven technological capacity. Sustainable finance frameworks have expanded rapidly in these regions, yet their effectiveness depends increasingly on the integration of digital innovation capable of enhancing transparency, efficiency, and financial inclusion. This study aims to analyze the synergistic interaction between sustainable finance instruments and digital technologies, and to assess how such integration supports SDG achievement in emerging economies. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining policy analysis, secondary financial data, and stakeholder interviews across selected emerging markets. Findings reveal that digital platforms—such as blockchain-based reporting, mobile financial services, and AI-driven risk assessment—significantly strengthen the governance and scalability of sustainable finance initiatives. The results further show that digital innovation enables more accurate impact measurement, broadens access to green financing, and improves capital mobilization for sustainability projects. The study concludes that the convergence of sustainable finance and digital innovation creates a transformative pathway for accelerating SDG progress, particularly in economies facing institutional constraints. Strengthened regulatory alignment and cross-sector collaboration are essential to maximize long-term developmental outcomes.
IMPACT INVESTING AND CLIMATE FINANCE: MEASURING SOCIAL RETURN ON INVESTMENT (SROI) IN RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS Ava Lee; Rachel Chan; Sanya Desai
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v4i2.2926

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This study examines the role of impact investing and climate finance in generating measurable social value through renewable energy projects by applying the Social Return on Investment (SROI) framework. Growing global investment in renewable energy has emphasized financial performance and emission reduction outcomes, while systematic measurement of social impacts remains limited. The purpose of this research is to assess how SROI can be used to quantify the social and environmental value created by renewable energy investments and to demonstrate its relevance for impact-oriented decision-making. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining secondary project data analysis, stakeholder engagement, outcome mapping, and monetization of social and environmental benefits to calculate SROI ratios. The findings reveal that renewable energy projects consistently produce social returns exceeding the initial investment, with SROI ratios varying according to project type, scale, stakeholder involvement, and socio-economic context. Community-based and decentralized projects tend to generate higher relative social returns, driven by employment creation, improved energy access, health improvements, and environmental benefits. The study concludes that integrating SROI into climate finance evaluation enhances transparency, accountability, and alignment between financial objectives and sustainable development goals.  
Global Tax Transparency and Fairness: Implications for Multinational Corporations in the Digital Economy Loso Judijanto; Ahmed Al-Sabah; Ni Wayan Lia Apriani; Dod Setiawan Riatmaja
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.2927

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The expansion of the digital economy has intensified long-standing challenges in international taxation, particularly regarding tax transparency and fairness for multinational corporations operating across borders. Traditional tax frameworks struggle to address profit shifting and value creation driven by intangible assets and digital business models, prompting the development of global transparency initiatives. This study aims to examine the implications of global tax transparency and fairness frameworks for multinational corporations in the digital economy, with a focus on how enhanced disclosure affects corporate behavior and tax outcomes. A qualitative–comparative research design is employed, drawing on secondary data from international tax reports, corporate disclosures, and policy documents, complemented by sectoral comparison and an illustrative case study of a digital multinational corporation. The findings show that global transparency initiatives have increased reporting compliance and improved visibility of profit allocation and effective tax rates, particularly in high-income jurisdictions. However, significant disparities in tax outcomes persist across countries, driven by differences in regulatory capacity, enforcement strength, and the continued centrality of intangible assets in digital business models. The study concludes that tax transparency functions as a necessary but insufficient condition for achieving tax fairness in the digital economy. Its novelty lies in integrating tax justice and institutional legitimacy perspectives with empirical analysis of digital multinational corporations, highlighting the gap between formal transparency and substantive fairness and underscoring the need for coordinated reforms beyond disclosure requirements alone.
Islamic Fintech Platforms for Financial Inclusion: Case Study on Digital Banking in Rural Communities Takim Mulyanto; Sarah Williams; David Martin
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.2928

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Financial inclusion remains a critical challenge in rural communities where geographical barriers, limited infrastructure, and socio-cultural factors restrict access to formal financial services. Islamic fintech platforms have emerged as an alternative digital solution that combines technological innovation with Sharia-compliant financial principles, offering potential pathways for inclusive finance. The objective of this study is to examine how Islamic fintech-based digital banking platforms contribute to financial inclusion in rural communities through an in-depth case study approach. A qualitative research design was employed, involving purposive sampling of rural digital banking users, community leaders, fintech service providers, and institutional stakeholders. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, field observations, and document analysis, and were analyzed thematically to capture patterns of access, usage, trust, and perceived benefits. The findings reveal that Islamic digital banking platforms significantly improve account ownership, transaction frequency, access to savings and microfinance, and user confidence in formal financial institutions. Adoption is strongly influenced by Sharia compliance, digital literacy, proximity to agent networks, and endorsement from local religious and community institutions. The study concludes that Islamic fintech platforms function not only as technological tools but also as socially embedded financial instruments that align ethical values with digital innovation. The novelty of this research lies in its integration of Islamic economic theory with empirical rural fintech analysis, demonstrating how value-based digital banking can effectively advance financial inclusion in underserved rural contexts.
Blockchain-Based Smart Contracts in Microfinance: Enhancing Trust and Reducing Transaction Costs in Southeast Asia Farida Akbarina; Nina Anis; Rashid Rahman
Journal Markcount Finance Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jmf.v3i3.3022

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Microfinance plays a vital role in financial inclusion in Southeast Asia, yet persistent challenges such as high transaction costs, information asymmetry, and limited transparency continue to undermine institutional sustainability and borrower trust. This study aims to examine how blockchain-based smart contracts enhance trust and reduce transaction costs within microfinance institutions operating in Southeast Asia. A mixed-methods research design is employed, combining quantitative analysis of transaction cost indicators, loan processing efficiency, and repayment performance with qualitative insights from microfinance practitioners and borrowers. Data are collected from selected institutions implementing smart contract systems in Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. The results indicate significant reductions in administrative, monitoring, and enforcement costs alongside faster loan disbursement processes. Improved transparency and automated contract execution contribute to higher levels of borrower trust, fewer disputes, and stronger repayment discipline. The findings reveal a positive relationship between transaction cost reduction and trust enhancement, suggesting that operational efficiency reinforces institutional credibility. The study concludes that blockchain-based smart contracts function as socio-technical mechanisms that reshape governance structures in microfinance rather than serving solely as efficiency tools. The novelty of this research lies in its empirical demonstration that technological trust embedded in smart contracts can complement and partially replace relational trust, offering a context-sensitive framework for digital financial inclusion in Southeast Asia.

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