Background of the Study
Business investment decisions are heavily influenced by the predictability and stability of fiscal policies. Coordinated fiscal policies, which align tax regulations, public expenditure, and fiscal management practices, are essential for creating a conducive investment climate in Nigeria (Okoro, 2024). When fiscal policies are harmonized, they reduce uncertainty and risk, thereby encouraging businesses to make long-term capital investments (Adeyemi, 2023). Recent reforms aimed at improving fiscal coordination have shown potential in enhancing investor confidence and facilitating smoother investment flows. Empirical evidence indicates that coherent fiscal strategies contribute to improved business environments by streamlining administrative procedures and reducing compliance costs (Balogun, 2025). This study investigates how coordinated fiscal policies affect business investment decisions by analyzing policy reforms, market responses, and investor perceptions. The aim is to identify the specific fiscal elements that drive investment and to recommend strategies for enhancing fiscal policy coordination to further stimulate business investment in Nigeria.
Statement of the Problem
Business investment in Nigeria has been adversely affected by inconsistent fiscal policies and regulatory ambiguities that create an unpredictable economic environment (Adeyemi, 2023). These fiscal inconsistencies lead to increased risk and discourage long-term investment decisions. The fragmented nature of fiscal policy implementation undermines investor confidence and reduces overall capital inflows, highlighting the need for a unified and coordinated approach (Okoro, 2024; Balogun, 2025).
Objectives of the Study
Research Questions
Research Hypotheses
Significance of the Study
This study is significant as it investigates the role of coordinated fiscal policies in shaping business investment decisions in Nigeria. The findings will offer insights into how improved fiscal coordination can reduce investment risk, boost investor confidence, and contribute to long-term economic growth (Adeyemi, 2023; Okoro, 2024; Balogun, 2025).
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study is limited to investigating the impact of coordinated fiscal policies on business investment decisions in Nigeria. It focuses solely on fiscal policy factors without addressing other determinants of investment.
Definitions of Terms
• Coordinated Fiscal Policies: Synchronized fiscal strategies aimed at ensuring consistent policy implementation.
• Business Investment Decisions: The process by which companies decide on allocating resources toward capital projects.
• Investor Confidence: The level of trust investors have in the economic and fiscal stability of an environment.
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