scores. Then, we regress cost efficiency scores on Lerner indices contingent on bank characteristics, market features and the … for the period 2001-2011. There is a two-step analytical procedure. First, we estimate Lerner indices and cost efficiency … with cost efficiency. Originality/value- Owing to data availability constraints, this is one of the few studies to test the …

interest margins. This study examines the connection between bank size and efficiency to understand whether that relationship …There is a growing body of evidence that interest rate spreads in Africa are higher for big ba nks compared to small …, more efficient, and unchallenged. In contra st, several studies found that when bank size increases beyond certain …

interest margins. This study examines the connection between bank size and efficiency to understand whether that relationship …There is a growing body of evidence that interest rate spreads in Africa are higher for big banks compared to small …, more efficient, and unchallenged. In contrast, several studies found that when bank size increases beyond certain …