ENHANCING INDUSTRIAL PERFORMANCE THROUGH INVESTMENT MECHANISMS
Keywords:
industrial performance, investment mechanisms, railway industry, capital investment, productivity, infrastructure modernization, Uzbekistan Railways, transport economicsAbstract
This article examines the role of investment mechanisms in enhancing industrial performance, with empirical evidence drawn from the operational and financial dynamics of Uzbekistan Railways. The study analyzes how different forms of investment financing, capital allocation, and institutional arrangements influence productivity growth, asset utilization, and service efficiency within the railway sector. Particular attention is paid to the interaction between state investment programs, internal reinvestment strategies, and modernization initiatives aimed at upgrading rolling stock, infrastructure, and digital control systems. Using empirical data and sectorspecific indicators, the research identifies key linkages between investment intensity and performance outcomes, highlighting both positive effects and structural constraints. The findings demonstrate that well-designed investment mechanisms contribute to improved operational efficiency, cost optimization, and long-term sustainability of industrial enterprises, while institutional rigidity and uneven investment planning may limit their effectiveness. The article contributes to the literature on industrial economics and infrastructure management by providing policy-relevant insights into investment-driven performance enhancement in a strategic transport sector of Uzbekistan.
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