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Michael Angelo Cortez

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Michael Angelo A. Cortez is a Professor of Accounting at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University who focuses on corporate social responsibility and sustainability. He is also a social advocate for inclusive education and an author who studies social entrepreneurship initiatives and sustainable agriculture.

Solomon Idan - Research Assistant in Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

Solomon Idan

Research Assistant

Solomon Idan is an experienced accounting and finance professional pursuing an MBA at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, specializing in quantitative research and data analysis. He has a strong background in finance management and is also an entrepreneur who founded a platform to support small businesses.

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  • Understanding Capital Structure in the Philippine Stock Market: Strategic Insights from Leading Corporations

    Capital structure decisions remain central to corporate finance strategy. In the Philippine stock market, where access to long-term capital is limited and borrowing costs remain elevated, understanding how leading corporations manage their capital structure is essential for sustaining financial performance and competitive advantage. This article presents insights drawn from a rigorous empirical study examining the firm-level determinants of capital structure in some…

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