Testing the productivity bias hypothesis in Middle East countries
2018 ◽
Vol 45
(5)
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pp. 922-931
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to empirically test the validity of the productivity bias hypothesis (PBH) in 18 Middle East countries. Design/methodology/approach The paper employs autoregressive-distributed lag approach to cointegration approach and stability tests. Findings The empirical results suggest the existence of the PBH only in the case of Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Practical implications Conclusions drawn from this research could be useful for the policy-makers of governments and practitioners in international trade organizations. Originality/value This study extends the existing literature by providing initial empirical time series evidence of the PBH for the entire Middle East countries.
2019 ◽
Vol 22
(5)
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pp. 765-789
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2018 ◽
Vol 7
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pp. 166-177
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2020 ◽
Vol 32
(9)
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pp. 2813-2829
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2016 ◽
Vol 9
(3)
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pp. 320-339
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2014 ◽
Vol 16
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pp. 104-112
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2016 ◽
Vol 35
(1)
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pp. 48-64
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2017 ◽
Vol 31
(4/5)
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pp. 339-350
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2021 ◽
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