Journal of Applied And Theoretical Social Sciences

Strategic Miscalculations: Putin’s War in Ukraine and Its Global Repercussions

Yaşar Onay — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 05:57:37 -0700

Introduction: The war in Ukraine, initiated by Russian President Vladimir Putin in February 2022, is one of the most consequential geopolitical crises of the 21st century. Initially conceived as a swift military operation to overthrow the Ukrainian government and reestablish Russian influence, the conflict instead turned into a prolonged and devastating war. Putin's numerous strategic miscalculations – from underestimating Ukraine's military capabilities to misjudging Western unity and the impact of economic sanctions – have led to significant economic, military, and political consequences for Russia. This paper explores these strategic failures in depth, examining the role of Ukrainian resistance, the global response, and the long-term implications for Russia's internal and external standing.

Method: In this study, a descriptive analysis was used as a method. In the descriptive analysis, literature reviews were analyzed by comparing them.

Results or Findings: Ukraine’s resistance and the unity of the West to overestimating Russia’s ability to withstand economic sanctions, these errors have left Russia facing an uncertain future. The prolonged nature of the conflict, combined with the growing risk of domestic instability and the limitations of international alliances, has severely weakened Russia’s regional and global position.

Discussion or Conclusion: As the war drags on, the consequences of these miscalculations will continue to shape Russia’s fate for years to come.

The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Banking: A Literature Review of Its Positive and Negative Aspects

Murat Kesebir, Elçin Dalkılıç , Çağrı Köylü — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:03:29 -0700

Introduction: The development and transformation of banking have been ongoing from its initial emergence to the present day. Recently, it has been observed that the concept of artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to be utilized in the banking sector. AI is thought to make significant contributions to banks by analyzing, examining, segmenting customers, and offering them tailored services.

Method: In our study, a literature review was conducted, and previous research was examined. These studies focused on work related to artificial intelligence and banking.

Results or Findings: In our study, research on artificial intelligence in banking was reviewed, and various findings and insights regarding the development and progress of AI were identified and interpreted.

Discussion or Conclusion: As the final outcome of our study, recent work in this field was analyzed, and information was provided about how banks have been using artificial intelligence in recent years.

Inventory Management and Financial Performance of Listed Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria

Gideon Tayo Akinleye, Olufemi Dadepo Adesina — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:08:24 -0700

Introduction: This study investigates the impact of inventory management on the financial performance of listed manufacturing firms in Nigeria. By examining data from twenty-eight manufacturing firms across Consumer Goods, Industrial Goods, Health Care, and Agricultural sectors, the research focuses on key inventory metrics, including Inventory Conversion Period (INVCP), Accounts Receivable Period (ACRVP), and Accounts Payable Period (ACPP), and their relationship to Return on Assets (ROA).

Method: Employing panel data regression analyses, the study compares fixed and random effects models to understand sector-specific influences on financial outcomes.

Results or Findings: The findings reveal that inventory management practices vary in significance across sectors, with Consumer Goods and Industrial Goods firms showing a strong dependency on efficient inventory conversion and debt levels for profitability. In contrast, firm size positively influences profitability in the Health Care sector, while Agricultural firms display broader sectoral dependencies.

Discussion or Conclusion: These insights underscore the need for tailored inventory management strategies within each sector to optimize financial performance. The study contributes to the contingency theory of inventory management and provides a foundation for sector-specific inventory practices.

The Effects of Renewable Energy Sources on the Trade Balance in Türkiye

Savaş Çam, Erkan Aktaş — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:14:56 -0700

Introduction: Having domestically producible energy resources is a crucial factor for sustainable economic growth and development. Countries lacking these resources and depending heavily on energy imports can experience significant imbalances in their trade balances. Energy imports also constitute one of the largest components of the current account deficit. An increase in the current account deficit is a significant factor contributing to economic crises in such countries. In countries without sufficient fossil fuel resources, energy imports are among the primary causes of trade deficits. This study examines the impacts of Turkey’s renewable energy-based production on its trade balance.

Method: A time series analysis was conducted using data on renewable energy production and trade balance. The period from 1991 to 2022 was analyzed using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) bounds testing approach.

Results or Findings: The analysis of the relationship between the trade balance and the utilization of renewable energy resources indicates a statistically significant and long-term negative relationship between these two variables.

Discussion or Conclusion: In light of these results, the presence of a statistically significant and negative correlation between renewable energy production and trade balance in Turkey over the long term highlights renewable energy as a crucial factor for sustainable economic growth.