Credit Cost Management and Financial Performance of Hotel Businesses in Kenya
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credit cost management, interest rates, loan collateral, loan repayment, Financial Performance, SMEs, Hotel industryAbstract
This study explores the impact of credit cost management on the financial performance of businesses in Kenya's hospitality sector. Specifically, it examines how interest rates, loan collateral, and loan repayment terms influence the profitability and financial stability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the industry. The study is supported by Loanable funds theory, Credit scorecards theory and Tradeoff theory. Through a desk review of existing literature, the study identifies that high interest rates increase the cost of borrowing, creating financial pressure on businesses, while lower rates support profitability. Loan collateral is found to be a major determinant of access to credit, with businesses that provide sufficient collateral securing loans more easily. Flexible loan repayment terms contribute to better cash flow management and liquidity, improving overall financial performance. The study concludes that effective credit cost management is critical for the success of hospitality businesses and recommends that financial institutions and policymakers collaborate to provide more favorable credit terms, including lower interest rates, reduced collateral requirements, and more flexible repayment options. Increased transparency in loan agreements and government interventions to support SMEs are also essential for fostering financial growth in the sector.
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