Stockpiling and panic buying are significant components of crisis- and disaster-related consumption behaviors that have gained significant media coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper aims to analyze the features of stockpiling behavior during the second wave of COVID-19 in Serbia based on a structured online questionnaire. This study seeks to answer two questions. First, what factors triggered and affected stockpiling during the COVID-19 pandemic in Serbia? Second, how does stockpiling affect other food habits and diets? A total of 851 valid responses were received. The results highlight several features of the stockpiling behavior in Serbia. First, food stockpiling behavior is influenced by some sociodemographic variables such as gender and household composition. Second, stockpiling was fueled by several negative emotions such as fear, sadness, and depression. Third, the results confirm that stockpiling in Serbia was not triggered by supply shortages but rather by consumers’ concerns of obtaining enough food and rising food prices. Finally, food stockpiling was associated with some positive changes such as eating out less (e.g., restaurants/cafeteria), eating more with their family members, and cooking more food. Analyzing and comprehending consumer food stockpiling patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic may offer policymakers imperative information for adjusting supply and response strategies during future crises.

Purpose: This study explores the predictors of pro-environmental behavior (PEB) among tourists by integrating psychological, demographic, situational, behavioral and contextual factors. It aims to address theoretical gaps in existing models of PEB within the tourism industry. Design/methodology/approach: The research employs a stratified random sampling method, surveying 824 domestic and international tourists in Serbia. Data were collected via online surveys and analyzed using linear multiple regression and genetic algorithms to identify significant predictors of PEB. Findings: The study identifies personal norms, travel companions and perceived effectiveness as the strongest predictors of PEB among tourists. Other influential factors include duration of stay, destination characteristics and demographic variables such as age and education. The results highlight the complex interplay of internal values, social influences and situational factors in shaping sustainable behaviors in tourism. Practical implications: The findings suggest that tourism stakeholders, including policymakers and managers, should focus on strategies that enhance personal norms and leverage social influences to promote sustainable tourism practices. Emphasizing the perceived effectiveness of eco-friendly actions and providing robust environmental infrastructure can further encourage pro-environmental behavior among tourists. Originality/value: This research offers a comprehensive model that integrates a diverse range of predictors, providing a holistic understanding of the drivers of PEB in tourism. It advances the literature by addressing the limitations of existing theoretical models and emphasizing the importance of considering broader contextual influences.

Promotion and sale of organic products require particular approach to introduce customers about the branding, packaging and advantages in comparison to conventional products. The aim of work is investigation which are sources of promotion of organic products use customers and effects of sources on trade improvement. In this study conducted interviews of 400 of customers through the mail. The results showed differences among customers according to: sources of their information about traits of products and market place, and their behavior and decision for use of organic product. Women more often use electronic media, professional literature, while man use magazine as a source of information. Both gender, male and female used internet equally. Customers old between 21 and 40 years more often bought in supermarkets and specialized stores, while customers of age between 41 and 60 years more often bought directly on market from producers. Customers who have more than 60 years buy on the market from producers and the supermarket. This differences depends of gender, age, education, as well as place of residence of customers.

Achieving the targets and indicators outlined in Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) presents significant global challenges, particularly in countries like Serbia, where diverse socio-economic contexts and policy planning shape educational outcomes. SDG4 focuses on providing inclusive and fair access to quality education for everyone and encourages lifelong learning opportunities for people of all ages. It comprises ten specific targets. This paper focuses on the complexities and challenges associated with measuring five of these targets, which were not analyzed in Serbia’s official report on SDGs. By using Serbia as a case study, the paper systematically examines national policies, educational data, and assessment frameworks, identifying persistent barriers that impede progress toward the SDG4 objectives. A comparative analysis was conducted to better understand Serbia’s progress in achieving these targets. This analysis compares Serbia’s performance with that of neighboring countries in the region as well as with more developed nations. Methodological limitations in data collection and monitoring further complicate efforts to accurately assess SDG 4 indicators. Through specific examples of non-measurable indicators, the paper illustrates these challenges and explores potential strategies for improving measurement accuracy and policy effectiveness. By evaluating Serbia’s experience, this study offers insights that are valuable for finding ways to start measuring targets that currently lack data, considering the close deadline for achieving the goals.

The advent of globalization in trade has marked the beginning of an era characterized by the application of adaptable trade regulations and the extensive use of production capacities on a global level. In the realm of corporate practice, both internal and external controls are essential as they shape the landscape of corporate governance. The aim of this theoretical research paper is to analyze corporate governance by investigating how laws and regulations enforce control over corporations on a comparative global level between Anglo-Saxon and Continental European countries in the context of corporate governance. This study provides fundamental insights through a comprehensive analysis of both corporate governance models, utilizing research focused on this area to highlight the complex differences rooted in contextual nuances and systemic variations. From leadership and employee engagement to legal frameworks, standards, and the dynamism of competition, the analysis illuminates the multiple relationships between corporate governance practices and contextual foundations. Further exploration in this study extends to considering the impact of organizational challenges, failures, and the formulation of Corporate Governance Codes (CGCs) as regulatory frameworks aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability. By examining legal differences and convergence trends amongAnglo-Saxon countries and Continental European ones,within EUmember states, along with the complex regulations adopted following the dissolution of the communist bloc in Eastern Europe, the research adds layers of complexity to the dynamics of contemporary corporate governance. This ongoing debate underscores the imperative for continuous scholarly research, highlighting the necessity of an evolving landscape of corporate practices and their complex implications.

One of the main problems in modern business, which enterprises cannot ignore nowadays, is adopting different business models, aimed at long-term points of view, rather than relying on short-term goals and effects. Globalization leads to greater interdependence of all market participants, and therefore only short-term financial results can no longer be sufficient to ensure long-term success of a enterprise. Survival in the market requires adoption and application of a modern way of business which would overcome former frameworks, i.e. pure financial gain only. Companies that are ready for new changes and challenges of the global market stand out as competitive. This leads to a number of challenges and obstacles that are reflected in the implementation of new techniques and methods in business processes. The authors carried out a survey on the market of Bosnia and Herzegovina with the aim to obtain the opinions and attitudes of managers of local enterprises on the method of operation, how they accept changes and acquire new knowledge. The aim of the paper is to obtain an image of the current way of conducting business processes in the enterprises of the respondents, to detect the shortcomings and present changes, based on which could be proposed improvements related to the application of modern techniques and methods of doing business. The obtained results can contribute to the improvement of the operations of local enterprises, which will have the effect of developing the competitiveness of those enterprises, both on the domestic and foreign markets.