The ripple effects of fraud on businesses: costs, reputational damage, and legal consequences

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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14290942

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Fraud poses a significant threat to companies, with detrimental impacts on their financial sustainability and reputation. ramifications. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the many consequences of fraud on companies, highlighting the need of understanding and addressing these challenges. The aim of this study is to elucidate the financial and reputational costs associated with corporate fraud, analyze the legal consequences, and provide effective strategies for preventing and mitigating fraud. The article examines existing literature, case studies, and real-life examples to determine and measure the explicit and implicit costs linked to fraudulent activities. The results indicate that fraud significantly affects business operations, leading to substantial financial losses, legal repercussions, and damage to the company's reputation. The study highlights the efficacy of comprehensive internal controls, people education, and a culture of integrity in preventing fraud.

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2025-01-02

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Bushra Salman Husain Al-Obaidi, Rafeef Shaalan Al-Kareem, Ahmed Taher Kadhim, & Halina Korchova. (2025). The ripple effects of fraud on businesses: costs, reputational damage, and legal consequences . Encuentros. Revista De Ciencias Humanas, Teoría Social Y Pensamiento Crítico., (23 (enero-abril), 345–371. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14290942