In recent years the topics of illegal activities such as corruption or tax evasion have attracted a great deal of …

In recent years the topic of corruption has attracted a great deal of attention. However, there is still a lack of … substantial empirical evidence about the determinants of corruption. This empirical study analyses a cross-section of individuals … using the World Values Survey wave III (1995-1997), investigating the justifiability of corruption. The major aim in the …

This paper analyzes the influence of the shadow economy on corruption and vice versa. We hypothesize that corruption … that the shadow economy reduces corruption in high income countries, but increases corruption in low income countries. We … also find that stricter regulations increase both corruption and the shadow economy. …