Restrictions on access to bank finance for SMEs in Cabinda–Angola
- 1 September 2020
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in Small Enterprise Research
- Vol. 27 (3), 275-288
- https://doi.org/10.1080/13215906.2020.1835705
Abstract
This study analyses the main constraints faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) located in the Cabinda Province, northern Angola, with a specific focus on bank financing. The study takes a qualitative approach, performing semi-structured interviews with 15 SME owners/managers. The results show that in spite of the close relationships with the bank manager and/or the bank's credit manager, whenever SMEs seek bank financing, there are important drivers like the high-interest rates on bank loans, the need to offer high guarantees and bribery when bankers require some form of income. The net profits obtained in previous years do not have a significant impact on obtaining bank support, and banks often consider other factors in their decision-making.Keywords
Funding Information
- CEFAGE-UBI—The Centre for Advanced Studies in Management and Economics of the University of Beira Interior (UIDB/04058/2020)+(UIDP/04058/2020, UIDB/04007/2020)
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