Análisis comparativo de la estructura económica financiera de las empresas ecuatorianas, provincia Pichincha, cantón Quito, grupo 16, años del 2017 al 2022

Abstract

Abstract: This study investigated the economic and financial structure of companies in Quito, differentiating them by size and sector, in order to provide key insights for effective business decisions and public policies. Using a mixed methodological approach that combined horizontal analysis of financial statements, evaluation of financial ratios, and comparative analysis between sectors and business sizes, a crucial period was analyzed that encompasses economic challenges, significant political changes, social transformations and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The results highlight significant differences in liquidity, indebtedness, profitability, and operational efficiency among micro, small, medium, and large enterprises, as well as among diverse economic sectors such as administrative and support services, and other sectors of the economy. The findings underscore the need for specific policies to promote the financial stability of microenterprises and improve the competitiveness of large enterprises in a volatile economic environment. Government authorities and entrepreneurs are encouraged to use these findings to design strategies that promote inclusive and sustainable growth, thereby strengthening the business fabric of the region.