We study the magnitude and nature of racial disparities in the U.S. small business credit market. Exploiting a unique dataset containing rich loan contract information, including firm and lender characteristics, we document sizable racial differentials in small business lending, measured by loan...

The Simplified Express Consignment Clearance System was first introduced in Taiwan in 2001 to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of customs clearance operations of air cargo. This system, which is based on simplified declaration procedures, is expected to facilitate the effective and...