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This paper uses an intertemporal optimizing model of a small open economy to analyze how terms of trade changes affect real exchange rates and the trade balance. We consider temporary current, anticipated future, and permanent changes in the terms of trade. The results suggest that the...
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The paper finds that simple econometric specifications yield surprising rich and complex dynamics -- relative prices respond to the nominal exchange rate and pass-through effects, import and export volumes respond to relative price changes, and the trade balance responds to changes in import and...
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A joint IMF and World Bank team conducted virtual missions to Georgia during January-February 2021 and May-June 2021 …
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A joint IMF and World Bank team conducted virtual missions to Georgia during January-February 2021 and May-June 2021 …
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This paper reviews the current monetary and exchange rate policy frameworks in Armenia and Georgia, and the challenges …
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The economic recovery has gained strength in Georgia. The corrective policy actions provide adequate assurances that …
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This paper discusses key findings of the Third Review under the Stand-By Arrangement for Georgia. With monetary policy …
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Economic growth continues to be strong, but inflation has increased substantially. The structural agenda remains focused on further improving tax and customs administration, improving fiscal planning and public expenditure management, and strengthening financial markets. The main risks to the...
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Georgia focuses on economic developments and policies. The fiscal situation deteriorated sharply in 2003, especially because … challenges inherited from the previous administration and to reinvigorate the reform drive. Georgia’s vulnerability to exogenous …
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This report reviews Georgia's performance under the two IMF-supported programs, covering the period 1996–2003. It also … discusses the key challenges that Georgia faces in realizing the goals of its recently finalized Economic Development and … Poverty Reduction Program (EDPRP). Georgia has broadly maintained a liberal trade and payments system. The authorities have …
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