The geometry of the distance coefficient in gravity equations in international trade

The gravity equation in international trade is one of the most robust empirical regularities in economics. A remarkable numeric similarity of estimated coeffcients over time, space and for different types of goods has puzzled economists for some time. In this paper I provide a geometric argument why...

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Huvudupphovsman: Rauch, F
Materialtyp: Journal article
Publicerad: Wiley 2016