Knowledge of corporate social responsibility and financial performance in Scopus 2015-2023

Abstract

This study aims to systematize the knowledge on Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance. The methodology began by searching for information in the Scopus platform in the period 2015-2023. For the analysis, the bibliometric analysis technique was used using RSudio software. The results found were that, the scientific production in this field doubled in the study period, with contributions especially from countries such as China, USA, Spain and India, likewise, regarding the specialized journal with the highest citation, Journal of Business Ethics was established with 5,871 citations. On the other hand, using the coupling technique, 5 clusters were determined: corporate social responsibility, environmental management, supply chain and finance; and Orlitzky, Mcwilliams, Freeman, Carroll, Sen and Luo were identified as prominent authors. In conclusion, it is noted that there is an evolution in the subject from the conceptual framework proposed by Bowen and Carroll; and the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance is highlighted.