This paper examines the existence of cost stickiness
of KSA firms using the ABJ model. By analyzing accounting data of 12
selected Saudi companies from 2010 to 2019, the results show the existence of
cost stickiness in COGS more than SGA Expenses. Furthermore, a low level of
debts and a high Cash-Flow ratio are associated with cost stickiness in Saudi
companies.
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