Exposure to globalization and regional convergence in Mexico

Authors

  • Vicente German-Soto Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
  • Reyna E. Rodríguez Pérez Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
  • Alexandra G. Gallegos Morales Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24201/ee.v35i2.404

Keywords:

regional convergence, globalization, economic growth

Abstract

From the β-convergence theoretical framework, this article investigates the regional convergence process among Mexican states that are most and least exposed to globalization. Methodology applies weighted least squares and nested tests to make interregional comparisons. After to control by characteristics in the steady state, results find rates of regional convergence between 1.2% and 4.6% along 1940-2015. In the open stage, the speed of convergence rose among states that are most exposed to globalization but slowed among that least exposed. In addition, advances on education and health have been determinants for regional growth.

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Published

2020-07-01

How to Cite

German-Soto, V., Rodríguez Pérez, R. E., & Gallegos Morales, A. G. (2020). Exposure to globalization and regional convergence in Mexico. Estudios Económicos De El Colegio De México, 35(2), 267–295. https://doi.org/10.24201/ee.v35i2.404