This bibliometric and altmetric analysis investigates women's entrepreneurship evolution and current trends in emerging economies by systematically examining academic publications. Utilizing the Web of Science database, the study analyzes 63,144 journal articles from 1975 to 2024, employing citation analysis, co-citation, and co-word analysis. Key findings include identifying significant themes such as gender disparities, financial hurdles, and socio-cultural obstacles that women entrepreneurs face. The analysis reveals a growing body of research focused on the developmental trajectory of women's entrepreneurship, highlighting the persistent challenges and burgeoning opportunities within this field. Implications for theory involve understanding the role of gender in entrepreneurial dynamics, while policy recommendations advocate for targeted support mechanisms for women entrepreneurs. The study underscores the necessity for more inclusive economic policies and better access to resources, aiming to bolster the entrepreneurship landscape for women in emerging markets.

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Charting Progress and Barriers: A Bibliometric Study on Women Entrepreneurs

  • Marcus Goncalves

摘要

This bibliometric and altmetric analysis investigates women's entrepreneurship evolution and current trends in emerging economies by systematically examining academic publications. Utilizing the Web of Science database, the study analyzes 63,144 journal articles from 1975 to 2024, employing citation analysis, co-citation, and co-word analysis. Key findings include identifying significant themes such as gender disparities, financial hurdles, and socio-cultural obstacles that women entrepreneurs face. The analysis reveals a growing body of research focused on the developmental trajectory of women's entrepreneurship, highlighting the persistent challenges and burgeoning opportunities within this field. Implications for theory involve understanding the role of gender in entrepreneurial dynamics, while policy recommendations advocate for targeted support mechanisms for women entrepreneurs. The study underscores the necessity for more inclusive economic policies and better access to resources, aiming to bolster the entrepreneurship landscape for women in emerging markets.