Format:
1 Online-Ressource
Series Statement:
World Bank Economic Review
Content:
We analyze how the Syrian refugee inflows into Turkey affected firm entry and performance. To estimate the causal effects, we use instrumental variables, difference-in-differences, and synthetic control methodologies. The results suggest that hosting refugees is favorable for firms. Total firm entry does not seem to be significantly affected. However, there is a substantial increase in the number of new foreign-owned firms. In line with the increase in new foreign-owned firms, there is some indication of growth in gross profits and net sales
Note:
Middle East and North Africa
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Syrian Arab Republic
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Turkey
Language:
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