Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
963090 Journal of International Economics 2013 16 Pages PDF
Abstract
► A continuous-time GE model of trade with heterogeneous firms is proposed. ► The model includes sunk export entry costs and firm efficiency shocks. ► Firm's export market participation exhibits hysteresis. ► We calibrate the model using U.S. data on firms' turnover and export dynamics. ► Lower sunk export costs imply less persistence in export status.
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