Retraction: Examining the relationship between product market competition and Chinese firms performance: the mediating impact of capital structure and moderating influence of firm size

Key Points

• MAIN FINDING: Product market competition influences the performance of Chinese firms significantly.
• KEY EVIDENCE: Firms with a strong capital structure perform better under competitive conditions.
• APPROACH: The relationship was analyzed using statistical methods with data from various Chinese firms.
• SIGNIFICANCE: Understanding these factors helps firms strategize in competitive markets to enhance performance.