This study aims to identify the extent to which the local productive structure of a city leverages external economies of scale. Formal employment data is grouped into segments according to its level of technological intensity. The model is estimated using panel data. The results suggest...

The Brazilian economy in the northeastern region has undergone several changes between the 50's and 80's. The main result of those changes was the installation of an industrial park, which complements and depends on the most developed areas of the country. The purpose of the paper is to identify...