Why do rates of β-convergence differ? A meta-regression analysis

Dobson, Stephen; Ramlogan, Carlyn; Strobl, Eric

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Why do rates of β-convergence differ? A meta-regression analysis

Dobson, Stephen; Ramlogan, Carlyn; Strobl, Eric

Cite this item: Dobson, S., Ramlogan, C., & Strobl, E. (2003). Why do rates of β-convergence differ? A meta-regression analysis (Economics Discussion Papers Series No. 302). University of Otago. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/874

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Date: 2003-03

Publisher: University of Otago

Pages: 29

Series: Economics Discussion Papers Series

Series number: 302

Keywords: β-convergence; meta-regression analysis; model misspecification

Research Type: Discussion Paper

Abstract:

The empirical convergence literature reports many different estimates of β-convergence. Narrative reviews of the convergence literature suggest possible reasons for the variation in β across studies, but such reviews are selective and informal. In contrast, meta-regression analysis provides a formal and objective review of the literature. It is shown that study design and methodology are important determinants of the reported convergence rate, especially in cross-national studies. There is also evidence of general misspecification in the literature.

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