The latest issue of TMP, the English-language scientific journal of the Faculty of Economics, is now available!

Ensem Mourou examines the correlation between digitalization and economic performance across European Union countries (2017–2022). The analysis reveals that a 1% increase in digitalization based on the DESI index resulted in a 0.3838% expansion in GDP. This article is highly recommended for economic policymakers, as it provides empirical evidence of the rapid economic returns on investments in digital innovation.

Norbert Pászk and Dr. Klára Szűcsné Markovics investigate the local economic and social impacts of herb-cultivating small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Hungarian rural municipalities. Their interview-based research reveals that these enterprises primarily contribute to local communities by increasing tax revenues, creating jobs, and boosting local tourism, while also significantly promoting environmental and health awareness. This paper offers excellent insights into the intersection of rural development, social integration, and the agricultural sector.

Eka Lekashvili and Ketevan Mukhiguli analyze the historical dynamics and current realities of Russian "soft power" within Georgia's political-economic sphere. The authors demonstrate how Russian influence operations - particularly since the outbreak of the Ukraine war in 2022 - leverage cultural ties, religious narratives, economic tools, and information warfare to undermine Western integration. This study is essential reading for anyone interested in the geopolitics of the post-Soviet region.

Beáta Buró explores the challenges of the green transition in the iron and steel industry. Her research indicates that the EU's current regulations and initiatives, which primarily target incremental technological improvements, are insufficient for the deep decarbonization of the sector. The author emphasizes that achieving climate goals requires radical structural and technological transformation, rather than merely optimizing existing carbon-based technologies.

Belkacem Mimouni, Zine Elabidine Othmani, Aboubaker Khoualed, and Hassiba Almi investigate the relationship between the financial structure and accounting performance (ROA) of companies listed on the Algiers Stock Exchange, focusing on the 2017–2024 period. Their findings suggest that an overreliance on equity, high debt levels, or a heavy concentration of long-term assets has a statistically significant negative correlation with profitability. Consequently, the authors recommend that the affected companies adopt more deliberate and balanced financing strategies.

Oluwayomi Omotayo Olota, Ebenezer Oluwadamilare Balogun, and Opeyemi Emmanuel Babawale examine the relationship between competitive insight and organizational agility through a case study of the Tuyil Pharmaceutical Company in the Nigerian pharmaceutical industry. Conducting their research in the highly volatile and competitive market environment of an emerging economy, they conclude that industry benchmarking, competitor analysis, and the application of strategic intelligence all significantly and positively enhance a company's responsiveness (agility). This study is highly recommended as it provides empirical evidence that companies must establish deliberate and structured market-monitoring and competitor-analysis mechanisms to maintain their adaptability and competitive edge in the face of constantly evolving consumer demands.