Efficiency of Financial Institutions: International Survey and Directions for Future Research
Allen Berger (aberger@moore.sc.edu) and
David B. Humphrey
Center for Financial Institutions Working Papers from Wharton School Center for Financial Institutions, University of Pennsylvania
Abstract:
This paper surveys 130 studies that apply frontier efficiency analysis to financial institutions in 21 countries. The primary goals are to summarize and critically review empirical estimates of financial institution efficiency and to attempt to arrive at a consensus view. We find that the various efficiency methods do not necessarily yield consistent results and suggest some ways that these methods might be improved to bring about findings that are more consistent, accurate, and useful. Secondary goals are to address the implications of efficiency results for financial institutions in the areas of government policy, research, and managerial performance. Areas needing additional research are also outlined.
Date: 1997-01
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