Corporate governance as a performance driver: Panel data evidence from Greek listed firms during the 2010–2017 crisis period

This study explores the influence of corporate governance practices on the financial performance of firms listed on the Athens Stock Exchange (ASE) during the period 2010–2017, a timeframe that captures the aftermath of the Greek sovereign debt crisis and precedes the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The research focuses on understanding whether the adoption of sound governance structures can act as a driver of firm profitability, particularly in times of heightened economic and institutional uncertainty.