The report examines the export performance of Mexican enterprises in the 1990s, to determine whether the intended … explored, as well as the characteristics of firms that became more export-oriented. Further analysis focus on the degree of … linkage between the export sector, and domestic economy, or conversely, the extent to which the export sector is an "enclave …

productivity levels but also on long-term productivity growth rates in developing countries. Using a panel of Mexican manufacturing … industries, this paper examines several alternative mechanisms through which trade contributes positively to productivity levels … and growth rates. Special attention is paid to the comprehensive trade liberalization policies implemented in Mexico after …