International Trade Theory: The Evidence

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Edward E. Leamer

University of California at Los Angeles; National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER)

James A. Levinsohn

University of Michigan; National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER)

Date Written: November 1994

Abstract

This paper provides a critical look at recent empirical work in international trade theory. The paper addresses the issue of why empirical work in international trade has perhaps not been as influential as it could have been. The paper also provides several suggestions on directions for future empirical research in international trade.

Suggested Citation

Leamer, Edward E. and Levinsohn, James A., International Trade Theory: The Evidence (November 1994). NBER Working Paper No. w4940, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=226540

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