This study proposes alternative rationales to explain an asymmetric intra-industry trade pattern between the United … States and Canada after the free trade agreement became effective. Using time-series data, a gravity equation is developed … which enables us to examine the impacts of relative market size, exchange rates, and transportation costs on bilateral trade …

The dynamic relationships among trade, income and the environment for developed and developing countries are examined … using a cointegration analysis. Results suggest that trade and income growth tend to increase environmental quality in … found that for developed countries the causal relationship appears to run from trade and income to the environment - a …

Trade in processed food products is rapidly growing. Trade with Canada and Mexico has especially been growing since … free trade agreements have been implemented. The U.S. presence in the processed food industry in other countries through … foreign direct investment (FDI) is also large and has been expanding. The relationship between trade and FDI is uncertain and …

As trade agreements lower tariff rates throughout the world, other barriers to trade emerge. These non-tariff barriers … businesses is conducted to identify important trade barriers. Phytosanitary regulations and railroad problems are two frustrating …