Financial Self-Efficacy and Attitude as Drivers of Participation Intention in Islamic Protection and Savings Insurance: Evidence from Saudi Household Workers

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Alsahliy, D. K., & Husin, M. M. (2025). Financial Self-Efficacy and Attitude as Drivers of Participation Intention in Islamic Protection and Savings Insurance: Evidence from Saudi Household Workers. International Journal of Academic Research in Accounting, Finance and Management Sciences, 15(4), 138–155.

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