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The need for housing is increasingly pressing with population growth and urbanization, while affordability remains a challenge for single-income households. The purpose of this investigation is to assess the impact of price also location on home purchase decisions using a literature review. This approach involves reviewing, analyzing, and synthesizing various relevant literature sources, such as scientific journals, books, undergraduate theses, also previous investigation reports that discuss factors influencing home purchase decisions. The study concludes that price plays a positive also significant role in home purchase decisions, as consumers prefer homes with prices commensurate with their purchasing power and the quality offered. Location has also been shown to influence decisions, particularly when housing is conveniently situated at a key location  and the availability of public facilities. However, certain studies indicate that price and location are not always the primary determinants of decision-making, as other variables such as promotion, brand image, product quality, and lifestyle also play a role.

This study aims to analyze the influence of incentives and physical work environment on employee performance with motivation as a mediating variable at the Denpasar City Cultural Office. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. The research population was all employees of the Denpasar Cultural Office totaling 54 people, all of whom were sampled using saturated sampling techniques. Data were collected through a questionnaire with a Likert scale and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). The results of the study showed that incentives had a positive and significant effect on employee performance, while the physical work environment did not have a significant effect on employee performance. In addition, motivation has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Mediation testing showed that motivation was able to mediate the influence of incentives on employee performance, but was unable to mediate the influence of the physical work environment on employee performance. These findings indicate that improving employee performance is more effective through providing the right incentives and increasing work motivation compared to improving the physical work environment alone.

This study aims to examine the impact of digital transformation in accounting and the effectiveness of internal control systems on the quality of financial reports in an integrated logistics services company. The method used is a quantitative approach using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS), with data collected from 35 respondents who are involved in financial and accounting activities within the company. The analysis focuses on evaluating the relationships between digital transformation, internal control systems, and financial reporting quality. The research findings indicate that digital transformation in accounting (coefficient = 0.658; p-value = 0.000) and internal control systems (coefficient = 0.308; p-value = 0.023) have a positive and significant effect on the quality of financial reports. Furthermore, the coefficient of determination (R²) value of 0.822 shows that both independent variables are able to explain 82.2% of the variation in financial report quality, while the remaining percentage is influenced by other factors outside the model. These results confirm that the implementation of digital technology supported by an effective internal control system can significantly improve the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, and reliability of financial reporting in organizations.

Indonesia's increasing economic growth has intensified competition in the business world, particularly in the Indonesian banking sector, from conventional to sharia-compliant. Furthermore, the entry of foreign banks has made business activities in Indonesia increasingly complex. The stock market is a crucial source of funding for companies. Publicly listed companies can increase their funding sources by selling ownership in the capital market. Dividends are the distribution of company earnings to shareholders in the form of cash, assets, or other forms. Dividend policy is a policy for sharing company profits with shareholders, which is announced in the form of dividends and retained earnings for the benefit of company growth. The proportion of dividends distributed to shareholders depends on the company's profitability and dividend policy. The percentage of profits distributed to shareholders in the form of dividends is called the Dividend Payout Ratio.Differences in calculations in determining financial ratios in banking companies are an interesting focus in this study. The study results show quite significant results between financial ratios and managers' decisions in making dividend policy decisions. In the future, the results of this study are expected to be a consideration and reference for investors who want to enter the world of investment, especially in the banking sector.

This study aims to test the influence of digital literacy and the use of accounting applications on the effectiveness of MSME information systems with user competence as a mediating variable. The research sample amounted to 100 MSME actors in Gresik City who were selected using purposive sampling techniques according to the research criteria. Data testing was carried out using a quantitative approach using the Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) method through the SmartPLS application. The results of the study show that digital literacy and the use of accounting applications have a positive effect on the effectiveness of MSME information systems. Meanwhile, user competence does not have a significant effect and is unable to mediate the influence of digital literacy and the use of accounting applications on the effectiveness of information systems. This research is expected to provide benefits for MSME actors in increasing the use of digital technology and accounting applications, as well as become an academic reference for future research. The limitations of this study lie in the scope of the MSME scale, which has not considered external factors, and the research model that has not fully explained the role of user competence as a mediating variable.

The purpose of this study was to determine the direct influence of work motivation on work ethic and ethical responsibility, the influence of ethical responsibility on work ethic, and the indirect influence of work motivation on work ethic through ethical responsibility as an intervening variable on employees at the Human Resources Development Agency of Jambi Province. The method used was quantitative research. The results of the study showed that work motivation towards work ethic had a significance value of 0.000 (P <0.05), work motivation towards ethical responsibility had a significance value of 0.000 (P <0.05), and ethical responsibility towards work ethic had a significance value of 0.000 (P <0.05). Furthermore, the indirect effect of work motivation on work ethic through the ethics of responsibility has a significance value of 0.000 (P <0.05), so that work motivation influences work ethic through the ethics of responsibility as an intervening variable. In conclusion, work motivation influences work ethic through the ethics of responsibility as an intervening variable for employees at the Human Resources Development Agency of Jambi Province.

Investment decisions in pharmaceutical manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) are influenced by fundamental analysis and stock price fluctuations. Stock prices reflect market perceptions shaped by profitability, liquidity, and capital structure. This study examines the effects of Return on Assets (ROA), Current Ratio (CR), and Debt-to-Equity Ratio (DER) on stock prices, both partially and simultaneously. Using a quantitative approach, the study analyzes secondary data from audited financial statements and stock prices of 12 pharmaceutical companies during 2022–2024, totaling 36 observations. Panel data regression with EViews 12 is applied. Results show that ROA and DER have positive and significant effects on stock prices, while CR has a negative but insignificant effect. Simultaneously, all three variables significantly influence stock prices, with an adjusted R² of 73%, indicating strong explanatory power. Profitability (ROA) is the most influential factor, followed by capital structure (DER), while liquidity (CR) shows no significant impact.

This research investigates how celebrity endorsements, customer reviews, and pricing affect consumers’ intention to purchase Scarlett Whitening products. Amid intense competition in the skincare industry, firms are required to focus not only on product features but also on psychological and perceptual aspects that influence consumer behavior. Celebrity endorsers contribute to strengthening brand trust, customer reviews offer insight based on user experiences, while price reflects consumers’ perceived value of the product. This study adopts a quantitative explanatory design, with data obtained from 204 respondents through structured questionnaires using a five-point Likert scale. The collected data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with SPSS version 26. The findings indicate that celebrity endorsers, customer reviews, and price have both simultaneous and individual positive and significant impacts on purchase intention. An adjusted R-square value of 0.274 suggests that these variables account for 27.4% of the variation in consumers’ purchase intention. Overall, the results highlight that appropriate endorsements, trustworthy reviews, and competitive pricing collectively enhance consumers’ intention to purchase Scarlett Whitening products

This study aims to comprehensively examine the role of brand image, trust, and promotional intensity in shaping purchasing decisions for Maybelline two-way cake cosmetic products in Batam City. The implemented research design adopted a descriptive quantitative approach involving 204 participants who had actual experience in purchasing the product in question. Respondents were determined through purposive sampling technique based on Jacob Cohen's calculations to ensure empirical representativeness of the research sample. Primary data were collected through the distribution of structured questionnaire instruments, then processed and analyzed using hierarchical statistical stages that included testing the validity and reliability of the instrument, verification of classical assumptions, multiple linear regression modeling, and hypothesis testing through partial (t) and simultaneous (F) tests. Empirical findings indicate that brand image contributes 23.9% to purchasing decisions, trust influences 39.1%, while promotion contributes the most dominant influence at 14.7%. The coefficient of determination (R²) value of 82.9% indicates that the three independent variables are simultaneously able to explain variations in consumer purchasing decisions in a substantial proportion. The results of both partial and simultaneous tests confirm a positive and significant influence between brand image, trust, and promotion on purchasing decisions for Maybelline cosmetics in Batam.

Dysmenorrhea remains a common health problem among adolescent girls and may interfere with their daily activities. This condition is not only associated with hormonal factors but is also influenced by dietary intake patterns and body fat distribution. This study employed an analytical observational design with a cross-sectional approach involving 207 adolescent girls selected using a stratified random sampling technique. Data collection was conducted using several instruments, including a Semi Quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (SQ-FFQ) to assess magnesium intake, waist-to-hip ratio (WHR/RLPP) measurements using a measuring tape, and menstrual pain intensity assessed using a pain scale. The relationships between variables were analyzed using the Spearman correlation test with a significance level of p < 0.05. The results showed that magnesium intake demonstrated a significant inverse relationship with pain intensity, indicating that higher magnesium intake was associated with lower menstrual pain levels. In addition, WHR was also significantly associated with dysmenorrhea among adolescent girls. Overall, it can be concluded that magnesium intake and WHR are related to the occurrence of dysmenorrhea.

This study aims to analyze the influence of effective communication on the emotional intelligence of early childhood. Effective communication is the process of conveying clear, empathetic, and responsive messages between educators or parents and children, which plays a crucial role in shaping children's abilities to recognize, understand, and manage emotions. Emotional intelligence is an essential aspect of child development because it supports social adaptation, self-regulation, and positive interpersonal relationships. The research method used was a quantitative approach with a correlational design. The subjects were early childhood education institutions attending early childhood education institutions, with data collection techniques through observation, questionnaires, and documentation. Data were analyzed using statistical procedures to determine the relationship between the variables studied. The results showed a significant influence between effective communication and children's emotional intelligence. Children who receive good communication tend to have higher empathy skills, are able to control their emotions, and establish positive social relationships. In addition, effective communication helps children express their feelings appropriately and develop self-confidence. Thus, effective communication is an important factor in the development of emotional intelligence in early childhood. This research is expected to serve as a reference for educators and parents in improving the quality of interactions with children and supporting optimal child development.

This study aims to analyze the influence of influencer marketing, brand image, and e-WOM on purchasing decisions on the Shopee marketplace. A quantitative descriptive approach was used, involving 204 Shopee consumers who had previously purchased specific products. They were selected using purposive sampling based on Jacob Cohen's calculation guidelines to ensure the sample accurately represented the population. Data were collected through a questionnaire, which was then analyzed using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption evaluation, multiple linear regression, and hypothesis testing using t-tests and F-tests. The regression analysis showed that influencer marketing had a 34.8% influence on purchasing decisions, brand image contributed 32.7%, and e-WOM had an influence of 20.0%. Furthermore, the coefficient of determination (R²) showed that these three variables together explained 86.9% of the variation in consumer purchasing decisions. The t- and F-tests confirmed that each variable had a significant and positive influence, both partially and simultaneously, on purchasing decisions on the Shopee marketplace.

Smoking behavior is a modifiable risk factor for hypertension, with hypertension prevalence generally increasing alongside higher cigarette consumption and longer smoking duration. Research on hypertension prevalence among productive-age smokers in Indonesia using national-scale data remains scarce in Indonesian publications. This study aims to analyze factors influencing hypertension among productive-age smokers in Indonesia in 2015, utilizing data from the Indonesia Family Life Survey (IFLS) 2015. The research employs a quantitative design with an analytical observational approach using a cross-sectional study. The sample comprises 10,677 productive-age smokers in Indonesia, selected via multi-stage random sampling across 32 provinces in 2015. Independent variables include age, gender, employment status, work region, cigarettes smoked, smoking duration, and daily cigarette consumption, while the dependent variable is hypertension. Hypertension prevalence among productive-age smokers in Indonesia in 2015 reached 8.53%, with significant predictors including age ≥36 years, female gender, employment status, smoking intensity of 21–30 or >31 cigarettes/day, and smoking duration >16 years—reflecting multifactorial interactions of biological, behavioral, and socioeconomic factors. Accordingly, recommendations include routine screening at primary health centers for at-risk groups, tobacco control programs based on dose-duration, economic empowerment for the unemployed, intensive screening with lifestyle counseling by healthcare providers, and longitudinal designs for future causal studies.

This study was conducted to determine the best log-linear model describing the relationship between gender, sleep duration, extracurricular activities, and student learning outcomes at SMAN 1 Kualuh Hulu. A log-linear analysis approach was used to identify interaction patterns among the variables and evaluate their contribution to student academic performance. The findings showed that the selected model adequately explained the structure of the observed data. A significant three-way interaction was identified between learning outcomes, sleep duration, and gender. The results indicated that insufficient sleep duration had a negative impact on student learning outcomes, and this effect varied by gender. Female students were found to be more vulnerable to decreased academic performance caused by sleep disturbances compared to male students. Meanwhile, extracurricular activities did not demonstrate a significant direct interaction with learning outcomes. This suggests that participation in extracurricular activities was not a major factor influencing differences in academic achievement among students at SMAN 1 Kualuh Hulu.

Services in the health sector are a form of public service that must be implemented properly by the government. In the context of health services, the importance of effective and efficient implementation cannot be ignored because this has a direct impact on people's quality of life. In order for health services to achieve their goals, various requirements must be met, including the availability of adequate facilities and infrastructure, a harmonious relationship between patients and service providers, easy accessibility, and high quality. The aim of this research is to determine the description of the service quality of administrative staff. at the Kelapa Gading Community Health Center. The method used is descriptive with a quantitative approach which produces univariate results. This research was conducted at the Kelapa Gading Community Health Center with a total of 150 respondents. The variables in this research are Service Procedures, Completion Time, Service Costs, Service Products, Facilities and Infrastructure, Accreditation of Service Officers. The population in this study were all 1.216 outpatients with a sample of 150 respondents.

This study was designed to measure the extent to which employee benefits influence employee performance within the Regional House of Representatives of Mamasa Regency office environment. The research employed an associative quantitative approach and involved all 51 employees as research subjects using a saturated sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires, direct observation, and document analysis, then processed using multiple regression analysis assisted by SPSS version 25. The findings revealed that employee salaries and benefits have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, with a significance value of 0.017 < 0.05. The regression analysis also showed that both variables provide a significant influence on employee performance, indicated by an F-count value of 67.260, which is greater than the F-table value of 3.19. In addition, the coefficient of determination value of 0.784 indicates that 78.4% of the variation in employee performance can be explained by employee income and benefits. These findings demonstrate that adequate employee compensation is a crucial factor in encouraging higher motivation, improving work productivity, and supporting better employee performance within the organization.

This study aims to examine the relationship between family support and depression levels among the elderly in Pejuang Village, Bekasi City, through a descriptive-narrative literature review. The review analyzed relevant scientific articles discussing family support, social support, and depression in older adults. Literature was selected based on the suitability of the elderly population, the presence of family or social support variables, and the measurement of depressive symptoms or depression levels. The analysis compared each article’s objectives, research design, respondent characteristics, instruments, findings, and conclusions. The results indicate that most studies found a relationship between family support or social support and depression among the elderly. Adequate family support, including emotional, instrumental, informational, and appraisal support, helps older adults feel cared for, valued, secure, and better able to adapt to the aging process. Preliminary findings at the Elderly Posyandu in Pejuang Village also show variations in family support and depression levels among elderly participants. Conversely, limited family support may increase loneliness, psychological distress, and depressive symptoms. Therefore, family support functions as a protective factor in reducing depression risk among older adults. Strengthening the involvement of families, health workers, and elderly posyandu cadres is necessary as a promotive and preventive strategy to maintain psychological well-being through education, early detection, and sustainable community-based assistance for vulnerable elderly groups living in community and family environments.

The implementation of digital health information systems, such as e-Puskesmas, plays an important role in supporting electronic medical records in primary healthcare facilities. However, technical constraints, including network instability and system integration issues, may affect user satisfaction among healthcare workers. This study aims to analyze healthcare workers’ satisfaction in using e-Puskesmas based on the End User Computing Satisfaction (EUCS) method. This research employed a quantitative analytic approach with a cross-sectional design, involving 35 healthcare workers at Puskesmas Klangenan using total sampling. The variables consisted of five EUCS dimensions, namely content, accuracy, format, ease of use, and timeliness. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire with a Likert scale and analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman correlation test. The results showed that user satisfaction was categorized as very satisfied across all EUCS dimensions, with mean scores ranging from 4.11 to 4.47. All EUCS dimensions had a positive and significant relationship with user satisfaction (p < 0.05), with format and ease of use showing the strongest correlations. It can be concluded that the quality of system and information in e-Puskesmas significantly influences healthcare workers’ satisfaction, indicating the need for continuous system development to support optimal healthcare services.

The rapid growth of the digital content creation industry has intensified competition in the multimedia rental sector, making brand management a critical factor for business sustainability. This study aims to analyze the influence of Brand Trust and Brand Image on Purchase Decision at Omah Visual Malang. The research employed a quantitative explanatory approach with data collected from 90 respondents using accidental sampling. Data were analyzed through multiple linear regression, coefficient of determination, and hypothesis testing (t-test and F-test). Results indicated that the multiple regression equation was Y' = 3.271 + 0.321X1 + 0.574X2 + e. The coefficient of determination yielded an adjusted R-square of 0.689, indicating that Brand Trust and Brand Image jointly explained 68.9% of the variance in Purchase Decision. Partial tests showed that Brand Trust (tₙₐᵗ = 2.871, sig. = 0.005) and Brand Image (tₙₐᵗ = 6.730, sig. = 0.000) each had a significant positive effect on Purchase Decision. The simultaneous test confirmed that both variables together significantly influenced Purchase Decision (Fₙₐᵗ = 99.479, sig. = 0.000). Brand Image demonstrated a stronger influence than Brand Trust. Omah Visual Malang is advised to strengthen its brand distinctiveness and expand its product range to enhance consumer confidence and purchase decisions.

This study aims to examine the simultaneous and partial effects of the work environment and work-life balance on employee work stress at Hotel X. The research design is causal quantitative, with multiple linear regression analysis using SPSS 26.0 for Windows. The sample was obtained through purposive sampling (non-probability) of 120 respondents. The research subjects were employees working in shifts. The analysis results show that, (1) both variables simultaneously have a negative and significant effect on work stress, (2) the work environment has a negative and significant effect (sig. 0.002), and (3) work-life balance has a negative and significant effect (sig. 0.000). The work-life balance variable dominates its influence compared to the work environment, as seen from the lower significance value. These findings confirm that improving work-life balance and the work environment effectively reduces stress, especially for shift workers who are vulnerable to time imbalance. Based on the results, organizations are advised to optimize human resource management by maintaining a balance between job demands and employee conditions, as well as ensuring a proportional workload. Improvement in work-life balance can be achieved through flexible leave policies, adequate breaks between shifts, no overtime days except in emergencies, and minimizing personal time interruptions. These steps are expected to enhance employee well-being, retention, and productivity in the hospitality sector. Further research is recommended to explore different variables and methods, including comparing non-shift employees with the same variables, for more comprehensive insights.