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Determinants of Foreign Direct Investments in Romania
Determinants of Foreign Direct Investments in Romania

Author(s): Lenuta Carp (Ceka)
Subject(s): National Economy, International relations/trade, Methodology and research technology, Economic development, Financial Markets
Published by: Fundatia Română pentru Inteligenta Afacerii
Keywords: Foreign direct investments; Determinants; Cross-country study; OLS method;

Summary/Abstract: Foreign direct investments have known an increased importance in the worldwide economy. Theoretical approaches highlight the positive externalities foreign direct investments generate in the beneficiary economy though different channels. The aim of this paper is to emphasize, based on an econometric analysis using data for Romania, the fundamental determinants of foreign direct investments attractiveness. The analysis will be followed by the recommendations for increasing the inflows in our country and measures to enhance their effect in the national economy. Further analysis will be developed focusing on the emerging countries from Europe using a panel technique.

  • Issue Year: II/2014
  • Issue No: 05
  • Page Range: 197-202
  • Page Count: 6
  • Language: English