Distribution margins and distribution-oriented FDI: Evidence from China

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作者
Tian, Wei [1 ]
Wu, Xinhong [1 ]
机构
[1] Peking Univ, Sch Econ, Beijing 100871, Peoples R China
关键词
Distribution margins; Distribution -oriented FDI; Input-output table; Exporter integration; EXCHANGE-RATES; TRADE; INTEGRATION; INVESTMENT; CONTRACTS; PRICES; FIRMS;
D O I
10.1016/j.ememar.2024.101169
中图分类号
F8 [财政、金融];
学科分类号
0202 ;
摘要
This paper constructs a new measure of distribution margins that covers more countries than that in the World Input-Output Database. Based on this measure, we develop a set of stylized facts and examine the effect of distribution margins on exporters' distribution-oriented foreign direct investment decision using customs data and foreign direct investment decision data from China. We find that higher distribution margins in destination countries drive exporters to conduct distribution-oriented foreign direct investment. Compared with specialized export intermediaries, manufacturers have a greater incentive to invest in distribution sectors abroad when faced with higher distribution margins.
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