Although economists have long pointed to the aggregate gains from increased economic integration, the popular perception of globalization is much more pessimistic. Workers feel less secure in their jobs and fear wage losses and unemployment. This book explores these issues, and asks whether the concerns are warranted.
Although economists have long pointed to the aggregate gains from increased economic integration, the popular perception of globalization is much more...
Globalization and the growing integration of national markets have had profound effects on the operation of markets, not least labour markets. In this book, a range of leading commentators on globalization and labour markets present original contribution on the interaction between these two areas. This book assesses the impact of globalization on trade, cross-border investment and migration from both a theoretical and econometric standpoint and discusses the possible applications of this analysis for both industrialized and developing countries.
Globalization and the growing integration of national markets have had profound effects on the operation of markets, not least labour markets. In this...
This study aims to provide all readers with an academic or professional interest in economics with the latest developments in current economic theory and applied economics. Thematically arranged, it contains 41 essays covering a wide range of issues within the field, and associated disciplines. Each article considers its topic in detail and presents current advances, with contributors explaining their ideas in a way which intends to promote interdisciplinary understanding while furthering specialist knowledge. The articles are carefully structured into four parts to give a complete overview...
This study aims to provide all readers with an academic or professional interest in economics with the latest developments in current economic theory ...
This work provides a valuable review of the most important developments in economic theory and application over the last decade. Comprising twenty-seven specially commissioned overviews, the volume presents a comprehensive and student-friendly guide to contemporary economics. Previously published by Routledge as part of the Companion to Contemporary Economic Thought, these essays are made available here for the first time in a concise paperback edition. A Guide to Modern Economics will be a valuable guide to all those who wish to familiarize themselves with the most...
This work provides a valuable review of the most important developments in economic theory and application over the last decade. Comprising twenty-sev...
A comprehensive and up-to-date overview of international trade theory, containing ten specially commissioned contributions from the world's leading authorities. The book complements international economics textbooks and makes the more technical journal literature accessible, presenting students with a wider menu of analytical tools than other texts.
A comprehensive and up-to-date overview of international trade theory, containing ten specially commissioned contributions from the world's leading au...
A great deal of public policy is harnessed to raising productivity growth. Although it is believed that the process is intimately linked to globalization, the precise links are less well known. This volume offers a comprehensive overview of links between international trade, foreign direct investment and productivity growth, providing a series of empirical analyses of these links.
A great deal of public policy is harnessed to raising productivity growth. Although it is believed that the process is intimately linked to globalizat...
This volume investigates the ways in which firms and workers are adjusting to globalization.
A collection of cutting-edge essays investigating the ways in which firms and workers are adjusting to globalization.
Written by leading researchers in the field.
Covers such issues as: outsourcing; the productivity effects of entry to export markets; job losses and wage insurance; and the protection of intellectual property.
Presents original research on adjusting to globalization.
Provides important insights into the...
This volume investigates the ways in which firms and workers are adjusting to globalization.
The twelfth volume in this annual series focuses on the operations of the IMF and WTO and development of national trade policies.
Top economists provide a concise and accessible evaluation of major developments in trade and trade policy.
Examines key issues pertinent to the multinational trading system, as well as regional trade arrangements and policy developments at the national level.
Provides up-to-date assessments of the World Trade Organization's current Trade Policy Reviews.
The twelfth volume in this annual series focuses on the operations of the IMF and WTO and development of national trade policies.
The thirteenth volume in this annual series analyses trade structure, Non-agricultural Market Access (NAMA) and their effect on World Trade Organization negotiations.
Top economists provide a concise and accessible evaluation of major developments in trade and trade policy
Examines key issues pertinent to the multinational trading system, as well as regional trade arrangements and policy developments at the national level
Considers the economic implications around the world from developing countries through to European communities
The thirteenth volume in this annual series analyses trade structure, Non-agricultural Market Access (NAMA) and their effect on World Trade Organizati...
The last two decades have seen significant changes in the pattern of protectionism, both in terms of the instruments used, and the countries affected. The papers in this volume address all aspects of global protectionism. As well as evaluating aspects of regional protectionism, the papers also address new issues such as trade in services and trade related investment measures. The contributors are drawn from Western Europe, North America, Japan and Latin America, reflecting the breadth of coverage of the volume.
The last two decades have seen significant changes in the pattern of protectionism, both in terms of the instruments used, and the countries affected....
