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Market Structure and Foreign Trade: Increasing Returns, Imperfect Competition, and the International Economy
Elhanan Helpman , and Paul Krugman Manufacturer: The MIT Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 026258087X |
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Market Structure and Foreign Trade presents a coherent theory of trade in the presence of market structures other than perfect competition. The theory it develops explains trade patterns, especially of industrial countries, and provides an integration between trade and the role of multinational enterprises.Customer Reviews:
Unavoidable.......2000-06-22
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The Monopolistic Competition Revolution in Retrospect
Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0521819911 |
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Avinash Dixit and Joseph Stiglitz revolutionized the modelling of imperfectly competitive markets and launched "the second monopolistic competition revolution". Experts in the areas of macroeconomics, international trade theory, economic geography, and international growth theory examine the success of the second revolution in this collection of papers. They reveal what appears to be "missing" and look forward to the next step in the modelling of imperfectly competitive markets. The text includes a comprehensive survey of the two monopolistic competition revolutions, and previously unpublished working papers by Dixit and Stiglitz that led to their famous 1977 paper.Download Description
In 1977 a seminal paper was published by Avinash Dixit and Joseph Stiglitz that revolutionized the modeling of imperfectly competitive markets. It launched what might be called the second monopolistic competition revolution which has been far more successful than the first one, initiated by Edward Chamberlin and Joan Robinson in the 1930s. In this collection of original essays experts in the fields of macroeconomics, international trade theory, economic geography, and international growth theory address the question of why the second revolution was so successful. They also highlight what is missing, and look forward to the next step in the modeling of imperfectly competitive markets. The text includes a comprehensive survey of both monopolistic competition revolutions, and previously unpublished working papers by Dixit and Stiglitz that led to their famous 1977 paper. With original contributions from Dixit, Ethier, Neary and Stiglitz amongst others, this collection will excite interest amongst researchers, advanced students and economists.
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Measuring the Costs of Protection in Japan
Yoko Sazanami , Shujiro Urata , Hiroki Kawai , Gary Clyde Hufbauer , and Institute for International Economics (U. S.) Manufacturer: Institute for International Economics,U.S. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0881322113 |
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Crimes & Punishments?: Retaliation Under the Wto
Robert Z. Lawrence Manufacturer: Peterson Institute ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0881323594 |
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One of the unique aspects of the WTO as an international organization is that it authorizes members to retaliate against violations by raising tariffs. These authorizations have become increasingly common and increasingly controversial. In this analysis of the retaliation system, Robert Lawrence considers the guiding principles that govern responses to WTO violations, examines how these principles are implemented in practice, and considers options for reform.
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Doing Business with India (Global Market Briefings)
Manufacturer: GMB Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0749429240 |
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This invaluable business guide incorporates new financial and legal information. Comprehensive and thorough, Doing Business with India is the definitive source of information on this rapidly growing and dynamic market. The book examines the economic context, and focuses on the growth of manufacturing in India. It covers in depth all aspects of business development, foreign trade and investment. The timeliness of this new edition of Doing Business with India is recognised by both the World Bank and British trade authorities and this unique and authoritative book will be essential reading for any business considering investment opportunities.Customer Reviews:
Essential, very strongly recommended reading.......2007-09-03
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Imperfect Competition and International Commodity Trade: Theory, Dynamics and Policy Modelling
Montague J. Lord Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0198283474 |
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This book surveys recent theories of the structure of trade in the light of recent advances in applied econometrics. Unlike most existing literature, Imperfect Competition and International Commodity Trade concentrates on the major exports of developing rather than industrialized countries and
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Imperfect Competition and International Trade (Readings in Economics)
Manufacturer: The MIT Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0262570939 |
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The last decade has seen an important extension of the theory of international trade to include imperfectly competitive market structures. This book collects 19 of the most influential articles on trade with imperfect competition, providing ready access to current research by top-level economists.
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Imperfect Competition and International Trade: The Policy Aspects of Intra-Industry Trade
David Greenaway Manufacturer: Humanities Pr ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0391034030 |
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Imperfect Competition and Political Economy: The New Trade Theory in Agricultural Trade
Colin A. Carter Manufacturer: Westview Pr (Short Disc) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0813379938 |
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Imperfect Competition in International Trade
Manufacturer: Springer ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0792395468 |
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A theoretical analysis of international trade and industrial policy, developing and using new models of trade with imperfect competition. Modeling of imperfect competition within international trade has been difficult until recent breakthroughs in this area, which have provided a more realistic view of the world economy. The book builds on the advances provided by such tools as game theory and the theory of monopolistic competition. The first section covers broad and basic trade issues which arise under imperfect competition. Section two examines implications for trade policy covering issues such as strategic trade policy in static and dynamic settings. Section three deals with various structural issues, such as optimal choice of trade liberalizing policies, the formation of trade blocks, and open dualistic economy with externalities.
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Your Crafts Business: A Legal Guide
Richard Stim Manufacturer: NOLO ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0873378385 |
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U.S. craftwork is $13 billion industry and crafts artisans now average $76,000 in annual sales. As the crafts business has increased, so have the legal and business problems. Fortunately, you now have a guide to help wind your way through the maze of legal and business rules.Your Crafts Business covers everything from intellectual-property rights to dealing with business taxes. Learn all about:
*contracts, consignments, sales, shows and collections
*business basics
*copyrights, design patents and trademarks
*preventing infringement and tracking down infringers
*licensing principles and agreements
*hiring and firing employees, contractors and sales reps
*lawyers, lawsuits and liability
*getting your crafts business on the Web
*and more
Your Crafts Business clearly explains legal principles that protect a crafts business and help it grow. It also provides practical advice on how to deal with day-to-day problems -- such as dealing with delinquent payments. The book provides over a dozen tear-out contracts and other legal forms, plus step-by-step instructions to fill them out.
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HELPFUL REFERENCE.......2007-01-11
This book is gold!.......2006-02-24
i'm not good at titles but...............2004-01-16
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Wheat: Prospects for Global Improvement (Developments in Plant Breeding Volume 6) (Developments in Plant Breeding)
Manufacturer: Springer ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0792347277 |
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The book contains the proceedings of the Fifth International Wheat Conference at which leading international scientists reviewed current research issues and developments in wheat improvement. The debated topics cover breeding and genetics, genetic resources and importance of free germplasm exchange, breeding for biotic and abiotic stresses, physiology, agronomy and mineral nutrition, grain quality and biotechnology. A significant number of presentations were made by participants from the former USSR and Eastern and Central Europe, making this book also a prime reference for current wheat research and production status in these countries.
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Salon Client Care: How to Maximize Your Potential for Success
J. Elaine Spear Manufacturer: Milady ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1562533495 |
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Everything you need to know to operate a successful salon is right here at your fingertips! From creating customer growth to selecting the right computer software for your salon needs, this unique and comprehensive guide will help you to build and retain a lucrative customer base. Apply these vital tips and create the salon people want to keep coming to!Customer Reviews:
Ugly edition, but good content.......2006-10-06
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Policy Choices: Free Trade Among Nafta Nations (Michigan State University Institute for Public Policy and Social Research Public Policy Series)
Manufacturer: Michigan State University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0870134159 |
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E-Loyalty: Your Secret Weapon on the Web (HBR OnPoint Enhanced Edition)
Frederick F. Reichheld , and Phil Schefter Manufacturer: Harvard Business Review ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B00005REI6 Release Date: 2007-09-22 |
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In the rush to build Internet businesses, many executives mistakenly concentrate all their attention on attracting customers rather than retaining them. But chief executives at the cutting edge of e-commerce--from eBay's Meg Whitman to Vanguard's Jack Brennan--know that customer loyalty is an economic necessity: acquiring customers on the Internet is very expensive, and unless customers stick around and make lots of repeat purchases, profits will remain elusive. For the past two years, the authors have studied e-loyalty. Contrary to the popular perception that on-line customers are fickle by nature, they found that most of today's on-line consumers exhibit a clear proclivity toward loyalty, and Web technologies, if used correctly, reinforce that inherent loyalty. In this article, the authors explain the enormous advantages of retaining on-line buyers. They also describe what Grainger, Dell, America Online, and other Internet leaders are doing to gain their customers' trust and earn their loyalty. By encouraging repeat purchases among a core of profitable customers, companies can initiate a spiral of economic advantages. This loyalty effect enables them to compensate their employees more generously, provide investors with superior cash flows, and reinvest more aggressively to further enhance the value delivered to customers.Download Description
This is an enhanced edition of HBR article R00410, originally published in July/August 2000. HBR OnPoint articles save you time by enhancing an original Harvard Business Review article with an overview that draws out the main points and an annotated bibliography that points you to related resources. This enables you to scan, absorb, and share the management insights with others. In the rush to build Internet businesses, many executives mistakenly concentrate all their attention on attracting customers rather than retaining them. But chief executives at the cutting edge of e-commerce--from eBay's Meg Whitman to Vanguard's Jack Brennan--know that customer loyalty is an economic necessity: acquiring customers on the Internet is very expensive, and unless customers stick around and make lots of repeat purchases, profits will remain elusive. For the past two years, the authors have studied e-loyalty. Contrary to the popular perception that on-line customers are fickle by nature, they found that most of today's on-line consumers exhibit a clear proclivity toward loyalty, and Web technologies, if used correctly, reinforce that inherent loyalty. In this article, the authors explain the enormous advantages of retaining on-line buyers. They also describe what Grainger, Dell, America Online, and other Internet leaders are doing to gain their customers' trust and earn their loyalty. By encouraging repeat purchases among a core of profitable customers, companies can initiate a spiral of economic advantages. This loyalty effect enables them to compensate their employees more generously, provide investors with superior cash flows, and reinvest more aggressively to further enhance the value delivered to customers.Customer Reviews:
The old loyalty rules in a new context.......2001-10-28
"Loyalty is still about earning the trust of the right kinds of customers ... The Web does, however, raise new questions and open new opportunities: it places the old rules in a new context." Ten years ago, Reichheld (together with Earl Sasser of Harvard Business School) analyzed the costs and revenues derived from serving customers over their entire life cycle. This research showed that in most industries the high cost of acquiring customers renders many customer relationships unprofitable during their early years. Only in later years, do relationships generate big returns. This pattern is exaggerated on the Internet, which means that the losses in the early stages of relationships are larger. However, profit growth accelerates at a faster rate in future years: loyal customers purchase more, frequently refer new customers to a supplier, and often take the function of a help desk. In order to gain the loyalty of customers, you have to gain their trust first. "Price does not rule the Web; trust does." This website serves as an example. Organizations also need to make a careful customer selection. "The way a site is designed and marketed has a large impact on the types of customers it attracts." The Internet also offers companies unprecedented opportunities for getting to know their customers in depth and for customizing offerings to meet their preferences by providing rich data (tracking of customers, purchase histories, preferences on-line vs. off-line). The authors found that the five primary determinants of loyalty are old-fashioned customer-service basics: (1) quality customer support, (2) on-time delivery, (3) compelling product presentations, (4) convenient and reasonably priced shipping and handling, and (5) clear and trustworthy privacy policies. Many companies have been tempted to split their on-line operations from their off-line operations, but this is likely to erode customer loyalty. After all, when customers do business with a company, they do not distinguish between a transnaction on the Web and one in a physical store or branch.
Great article comparing on-line loyalty with the old-fashioned off-line loyalty rules. The article is written in clear US-English and the authors use great, simple examples to describe the different on-line strategies available to organizations. The authors seem to pack a lot information into such a short article. I recommend this article to 'bricks-and-mortar' managers thinking about creating a 'virtual' extension.
The old loyalty rules in a new context.......2001-10-28
"Loyalty is still about earning the trust of the right kinds of customers ... The Web does, however, raise new questions and open new opportunities: it places the old rules in a new context." Ten years ago, Reichheld (together with Earl Sasser of Harvard Business School) analyzed the costs and revenues derived from serving customers over their entire life cycle. This research showed that in most industries the high cost of acquiring customers renders many customer relationships unprofitable during their early years. Only in later years, do relationships generate big returns. This pattern is exaggerated on the Internet, which means that the losses in the early stages of relationships are larger. However, profit growth accelerates at a faster rate in future years: loyal customers purchase more, frequently refer new customers to a supplier, and often take the function of a help desk. In order to gain the loyalty of customers, you have to gain their trust first. "Price does not rule the Web; trust does." This website serves as an example. Organizations also need to make a careful customer selection. "The way a site is designed and marketed has a large impact on the types of customers it attracts." The Internet also offers companies unprecedented opportunities for getting to know their customers in depth and for customizing offerings to meet their preferences by providing rich data (tracking of customers, purchase histories, preferences on-line vs. off-line). The authors found that the five primary determinants of loyalty are old-fashioned customer-service basics: (1) quality customer support, (2) on-time delivery, (3) compelling product presentations, (4) convenient and reasonably priced shipping and handling, and (5) clear and trustworthy privacy policies. Many companies have been tempted to split their on-line operations from their off-line operations, but this is likely to erode customer loyalty. After all, when customers do business with a company, they do not distinguish between a transnaction on the Web and one in a physical store or branch.
Great article comparing on-line loyalty with the old-fashioned off-line loyalty rules. The article is written in clear US-English and the authors use great, simple examples to describe the different on-line strategies available to organizations. The authors seem to pack a lot information into such a short article. I recommend this article to 'bricks-and-mortar' managers thinking about creating a 'virtual' extension.
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Surviving Debt: A Guide for Consumers in Financial Stress
Gary Klein , Deanne Loonin , and Jonathan A. Sheldon Manufacturer: National Consumer Law Center ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1881793761 |
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Expert advice and strategies for consumers about debt collection, prioritzing debt, credit rights, bankruptcy, stopping eviction or foreclosure, repossessions and more.Customer Reviews:
Surviving Debt.......2000-02-16
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