The first empirical study of the degree of competition across industries in New Zealand using a profit elasticity measure and firm level data. Manufacturing industries are the most competitive in New Zealand.
Summarises the core empirical evidence about the causes of economic growth, and why, over some periods of time, New Zealand has not kept pace with the income growth of similar economies.
Examines the main findings of behavioural economics research that are relevant to disclosure in the financial sector and other sectors. Identifies key issues for the development of policy for financial product disclosure.
Examines whether foreign direct investment (FDI) has spillover effects on the productivity of domestic firms. Finds little evidence of substantial positive spillover effects from FDI to local firms’ productivity.