This paper illustrates how convergence equations can be used to analyse the dynamics of the income distribution, thus … allowing for the main convergence mechanisms identified in the literature. The estimated model and the underlying data are then … used in a convergence accounting exercise, which yields quantitative estimates of the contribution of each of these …

convergence analysis, which allows comparing growth paces in countries under study. …

beta convergence indicates convergence only for privatization (measured by public employment) and for subsidization …

A method for analyzing productivity convergence based on frontier production functions is proposed. It is examined … whether departures from the frontier|country{level ineciencies|exhibit long{run relationships and convergence. The method is … to display convergence, shows signs of catch-up. It is examined whether departures from the frontier …

this imbalance, we propose a methodology for analyzing productivity convergence based on frontier production functions. We … importance of efficiency changes for economic growth. Using a sample of 26 OECD countries from 1965-90, we find convergence and …

This article is immerse in the debate over the determinants of countries income level convergence and states that the …

feasible within a horizon of 4.3 to 10.4 years. In other words, full (100%) convergence within the specified timeframe will … characteristics of software piracy. The absence of convergence (in absolute and conditional terms) for the World panel indicates that …