The validity of Marshall-Lerner condition in Turkey: A cointegration approach
In recent years, it is discussed that the currency adjustments (devaluations) may frequently have impact on current account deficit associated with the increase in current account deficit. The impact of devaluation on balance of trade depends on the effectiveness of Marshall-Lerner condition. In thi...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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General Association of Economists from Romania
2014-10-01
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| Series: | Theoretical and Applied Economics |
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http://store.ectap.ro/articole/1025.pdf
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| Summary: | In recent years, it is discussed that the currency adjustments
(devaluations) may frequently have impact on current account deficit associated
with the increase in current account deficit. The impact of devaluation on balance
of trade depends on the effectiveness of Marshall-Lerner condition. In this study,
the validity of Marshall-Lerner condition in Turkey was investigated. According to
the results of Johansen cointegration test and error correction model which were
obtained by using annual data of 1980-2012 period; some findings were obtained
about the validity of Marshall-Lerner condition in the long run. |
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| ISSN: | 1841-8678 1844-0029 |