differences in countries' factor endowments and total factor productivity (the Solow residual). While the former can be relatively … interpretation for differences in total factor productivity across countries and quantitatively explore the role of trade barriers in …

differences in countries' factor endowments and total factor productivity (the Solow residual). While the former can be relatively … interpretation for differences in total factor productivity across countries and quantitatively explore the role of trade barriers in …

differences in countries' factor endowments and total factor productivity (the Solow residual). While the former can be relatively … interpretation for differences in total factor productivity across countries and quantitatively explore the role of trade barriers in …

in total factor productivity (TFP), but the sources of TFP differences are not well understood. This paper considers the … parameterization, my model shows that conventional TFP measures overestimate fundamental productivity differences by 30%. I then show …

heterogeneous firms and costly trade. Growth originates from horizontal specialization and the steady state productivity growth rate … production. -- productivity ; entry costs ; heterogeneous firms ; trade liberalization …

manufacturing firms. The theory underlying our model is consistent with Melitz (2003). A nonlinear structural estimation procedure …

countries; and their productivity levels are above those of non-exporters, but below those of firms having both domestic sales …

manufacturing firms. The theory underlying our model is consistent with Melitz (2003). A nonlinear structural estimation procedure …