This paper investigates output convergence for the G7 countries using multivariate time series techniques. We consider both the null hypotheses of no convergence and convergence. It is shown that inferences on output convergence depend on which one of the two null hypotheses is considered....

Recent approaches in unit root testing that take into account the influences of the initial condition, trend, and breaks in the data using pre-testing and performing the union of rejection testing strategies based on the information obtained. This allows for the use of more powerful tests, if...