Capital structure, credit risk management and financial performance of microfinance institutions in Uganda

The paper examines the relationship between capital structure, credit risk management and financial performance of microfinance institutions (MFIs) in Uganda based on agency theory. study adopted a cross–sectional research design to examine 64 MFIs Uganda. Correlation multiple regression analysis were performed analyze data. results reveal that significantly contributes sound performance. Second, structure is not related Therefore, appraisal, monitoring mitigation are essential achieving MFIs. However, debt or equity does necessarily affect Hence, managers should endeavor instill preventive control mechanisms so as mitigate risks achieve positive   Key words: Agency theory, management, performance, institutions.