Massah, S. E., S. Bacheer, and E. Hassanein, "US consumers' confidence and responses to COVID-19 shock", Review of Economics and Political Science, vol. ahead-of-print, issue ahead-of-print: Emerald Publishing Limited, 2022/01/01, 2023. AbstractWebsite

Purpose This research's main objective is to investigate the relationship between consumption expenditure and consumer confidence in the USA and to study their effects on US economic revivalism during and after the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) shock. Design/methodology/approach The authors use Michigan's monthly Consumer Sentiment Index and its five components from January 1978 to April 2020. The study is unique in quantifying the potential variations in US consumer confidence due to COVID-19 under different scenarios, by providing a projection until December 2021. It also estimates the time needed for recovery and offers guidance to policymakers on ways to contain the negative impacts of COVID-19 on the economy by restoring consumer confidence. Findings All scenarios show a gradual recovery of consumer confidence and consumption expenditure. This study recommends expansionary policies to encourage consumption expenditure to generate additional demand and boost economic growth and job creation. Practical implications Though this study is limited to the US consumer confidence index, it offers significant implications for marketers, customers and policymakers of other developed economies. The authors recommend expansionary economic policies to boost consumer confidence, raise economic growth and result in job creation. Originality/value The study is unique in quantifying the potential variations in US consumer confidence due to COVID-19 under different scenarios; by providing a projection until December 2021. It also estimates the time needed for recovery and guidance for policymakers on ways to contain the COVID-19 shock negative impacts on the economy by restoring consumer confidence.

Massah, S. E., and E. A. Hassanein, "GVCs and environmental sustainability in MENA: Do digitalization and institutions make a difference?", Environmental science and pollution research international, vol. 30 , issue 58, pp. 121614 - 121629, 2023.
Massah, S. E., "Determinants of renewable energy production in emerging and developed countries", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, vol. Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. , 2023.
Massah, S. E., "Industry 4.0 and Circular Economy: Opportunities of MENA Countries on the Path to the Sustainable Development", International Journal of Economy, Energy and Environment, vol. 8, issue 4, 2023.
Massah, S. E., and E. A. Hassanein, "Economic Development and Environmental Sustainability in the GCC Countries: New Insights Based on the Economic Complexity", Sustainability, vol. 15, issue 10, 2023.
Massah, S. E., R. J. b, and S. M. Bacheer, "Ethnic entrepreneurial success factors: evidence from the United Arab Emirates", Heliyon, vol. 8, issue e09639, 2022.
Arin, P. K., S. E. Massah, S. Kapla, and N. Spagnolo, "Price of a Surprise: The Effects of Election Outcomes on Stock Market Returns and Volatility", Review of Economics, vol. 73, issue 3, pp. 211–221, 2022.
Massah, S. E., and H. Abou-El-Sood, "Selection of Islamic banking in a multicultural context: the role of gender and religion", Journal of Islamic Marketing, issue Vol. 13 No. 11, pp. 2347-2377. , 2022.
Massah, S. E., and E. A. Hassanein, "Digitalization and subjective wellbeing in Europe", Digital Policy, Regulation and Governance, vol. 24, issue 1: Emerald Publishing Limited, pp. 52 - 73, 2022/01/01. AbstractWebsite

Purpose This study aims to analyze the effect of digitalization on 28 European countries’ subjective wellbeing by using macro (aggregate level) indicators. Design/methodology/approach The research investigates the impact of digitalization (Digital Economy and Society Index [DESI]) on life satisfaction through its components. The study uses several models based on the two-stage least squares method. Findings The findings show that internet connectivity, use of the internet and integrated digital technology are positively related to life satisfaction. Furthermore, the results revealed that human capital and digital public services are negatively associated with it. The study also suggested that digital skills, e-health, and e-government services do not necessarily increase an individual’s life satisfaction level. The internet’s use appeared to be the most effective digitalization component in affecting life satisfaction in Europe. Research limitations/implications The study is based on the DESI index from 2014 to 2019. Although it does not influence the outcome, future research may consider additional indexes such as Digital Adoption Index and Digital Transformation Index and extend the study period. Practical implications The study helps the policymakers directing their attention to the importance of digitalization on life satisfaction. Originality/value This work extends the limited understanding of subjective wellbeing, digitalization and the digital economy and society index in terms of theoretical implications.

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