Eintrag in der Universitätsbibliographie der TU Chemnitz
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URN: urn:nbn:de:bsz:ch1-qucosa2-916463
Keil, Sascha
Hartwig, Jochen (Prof. Dr.) ; Stirati, Antonella (Prof.ssa) (Gutachter)
International Competitiveness in the European context:
Tackling the Inconclusive Evidence
Kurzfassung in englisch
The introduction of the Euro in 1999 has led to significant economic divergences among European countries, particularly between Northern and Central European nations like Germany and Austria, and Mediterranean countries such as France and Italy. These divergences are prominently reflected in trade imbalances. This dissertation investigates the primary drivers of these economic disparities, focusing on the role of international competitiveness. Competitiveness, defined as a nation's ability to market its products globally, is analyzed through both price and non-price factors.The research highlights several methodological challenges in assessing trade flows and competitiveness. Key findings indicate that price competitiveness, measured through unit labour costs, significantly impacts export performance. Empirical evidence reveals a negative export elasticity to prices in the European context, emphasizing the importance of cost competitiveness even for high-tech sectors. Non-price competitiveness factors, although less robust in empirical models, contribute to a comprehensive narrative when assessed descriptively.
The dissertation’s contributions enrich the debate on intra-European trade imbalances, particularly through comparative analyses of Germany and Italy. The findings suggest that Germany’s export success is strongly linked to price competitiveness, while Italy’s weaker performance is due to deteriorations in both price and non-price competitiveness. These insights underline the necessity for economic policies to prioritize cost competitiveness as a determinant of industrial success.
In conclusion, this dissertation provides a clearer understanding of the complex factors influencing international trade dynamics within the Eurozone, offering a foundation for future research to explore causal relationships and further investigate non-price competitiveness.
| Universität: | Technische Universität Chemnitz | |
| Institut: | Professur VWL - Wirtschaftspolitik | |
| Fakultät: | Fakultät für Wirtschaftswissenschaften | |
| Dokumentart: | Dissertation | |
| Betreuer: | Hartwig, Jochen (Prof. Dr.) ; Stirati, Antonella (Prof.ssa) | |
| SWD-Schlagwörter: | Internationale Wettbewerbsfähigkeit , Europa | |
| Freie Schlagwörter (Englisch): | International competitiveness , empirical export equation , non-price competitiveness , trade imbalances | |
| DDC-Sachgruppe: | Weltwirtschaft | |
| Sprache: | englisch | |
| Tag der mündlichen Prüfung | 05.04.2024 |
