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The study aims to explore how business ethics influence the perceived adoption of ESG practices among SMEs in Poland and Hungary.

June 15, 2026Ethics & bioethicsOpen Access

What is the relationship between business ethics and the perceived implementation of ESG elements in SMEs in Poland and Hungary?

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Examines how business ethics affect ESG implementation in SMEs from Poland and Hungary, suggesting cultural influences on practices.

The study aims to explore how business ethics influence the perceived adoption of ESG practices among SMEs in Poland and Hungary.
Surveyed about 700 SME entrepreneurs and managers in Poland and Hungary.
Assessed factors like ethical attitudes, codes of ethics, and anti-corruption measures regarding ESG implementation.
Used regression and correlation analysis at a 5% significance level.
Business ethics are significantly related to perceived ESG implementation in both countries.
In Poland, anti-corruption and formal ethical instruments are prominent factors enhancing ESG perception.
In Hungary, entrepreneurs' ethical attitudes play a crucial role in shaping ESG implementation.

Belás et al. (2026) studied this question.

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