Since 2001, OECD corporate net lending has risen sharply. This paper examines the main forces at play behind this run-up and provides some insight into whether and how they might possibly unwind in the future, a process that may already be underway. It shows in particular that, the increase is...

This important and well-researched book examines the challenges to private sector growth in twelve Middle East and North African (MENA) countries, assessing comparative performance against a number of indicators and focussing on the special role of SMEs and entrepreneurial activity

Economic transition and the case of China -- Non-state sectors policies, 1978 to the present -- Managing elite conflict and policy cycles -- Installing technocratic young leaders -- Selective and showcase liberalization -- Extending the open policy -- Provincial reform initiatives -- Divergent...