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Background: Financial management reforms are vital for enhancing public sector efficiency, transparency, and accountability. These reforms aim to optimize budget allocation, reduce fiscal wastage, and improve governance. Objective: This study evaluates the impact of financial management reforms implemented across public sector institutions in five global regions between 2015 and 2023. Key performance indicators assessed include budget efficiency, financial transparency, and wastage reduction. Methods: A mixed-methods approach was utilized, incorporating quantitative analysis of financial data from 60 public sector institutions across five regions. A total of 180 financial reports were reviewed alongside 30 qualitative interviews with key stakeholders such as finance officers and policymakers. The study employed regression analysis, Difference-in-Differences (DiD), and thematic coding to analyze the impact of the reforms. Results: The results revealed a 19.3% improvement in budget efficiency, with transparency scores increasing by 25%. Wastage across key sectors such as health and infrastructure was reduced by over 50%, particularly in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Conclusion: Financial management reforms significantly improved fiscal performance, transparency, and wastage reduction in public sector institutions. However, the success of these reforms depends heavily on institutional capacity and political will, emphasizing the need for continuous support and capacity-building initiatives to sustain progress.

Background: Despite extensive research, the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and financial success is still unclear. Variables specific to the industry might be significant in understanding these differences. This research examines the effect of CSR on financial performance in different sectors. Objective: The article aims to provide a thorough analysis of the impact of CSR programs on the financial performance of different companies. It aims to assess which sectors gain the most advantages from CSR initiatives and how industry variables impact this correlation. Methods: The study utilizes a combination of quantitative and qualitative analysis methods in a mixed-methods approach. Regression models were utilized to analyze financial data from 500 companies in ten sectors over a decade to assess the impact of CSR on financial results. Furthermore, case studies and interviews were conducted with industry professionals to gain a deeper insight into the operational mechanisms. Results: The findings show significant differences among industries in the relationship between CSR and financial performance. Industries that are highly visible to consumers, like retail and consumer goods, show a strong positive link between corporate social responsibility efforts and financial success. On the other hand, industries like heavy manufacturing, which have less interaction with consumers, demonstrate a less strong connection. Conclusion: The effect of CSR on economic performance differs depending on the industry. Increased visibility and interaction with customers enhance the advantages of CSR programs, suggesting that companies need to tailor their CSR approach to fit their specific industry. Managers and policymakers can use these discoveries to improve financial results through optimized CSR investments