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.