The changing face of development: The elite capture of democracy Democratic institutions are increasingly being captured by the elite threatening development. What can we do to change this? Public Economics Daron Acemoğlu Published 25.06.19
The links between capabilities and export dynamics in developing countries Economic complexity and R&D investment influence the number, size, product quality, and diversification of exporters, making them policy priorities Trade Sebastian Vergara Published 13.05.19
The US-China trade deal: An opportunity to reignite growth? A new trade deal could open opportunities for foreign and domestic private firms if China is willing to open sectors and protect intellectual property Trade David Dollar Published 10.05.19
Technology transfer and the rise of China Who wins and losses in the technology trade war? John van Reenen (MIT) explains why technology transfer in a globalised world isn’t a zero sum game Firms John Van Reenen Published 08.05.19
Do robots threaten North-South trade and welfare? Robotisation can catalyse trade and improve welfare, but policies are required to ensure automation-induced growth is inclusive Technology & Innovation Erhan Artuc Paulo Bastos Bob Rijkers Published 26.04.19
The impact of the steamship on global trade and development The arrival of the steamship benefitted some countries but not others, with the strength and inclusiveness of institutions playing a key role Trade Luigi Pascali Published 18.02.19
Lowering barriers to trade: Impact on Vietnam Cuts in tariffs on Vietnamese imports led to a reallocation of workers from the informal to the formal sector and increased labour productivity Trade Brian McCaig Nina Pavcnik Published 23.03.18
Exerting market power: Competition among agricultural traders in Kenya Low competition undermines consumer welfare. Collusive agreements are flexible enough to deflect the effect of a small number of new traders. Agriculture Lauren Falcao Bergquist Published 27.10.17
The evolving impact of trade liberalisation on wages and employment in Brazil The Brazilian economy did not adjust to trade liberalisation as economists would expect. This column explains these results and their implications Trade Rafael Dix-Carneiro Brian Kovak Published 15.09.17
