Competitiveness, Trade and FDI
Research in this area focuses on structural and microeconomic factors and policies underlying competitiveness and economic growth in Ireland and other European countries in the context of international economic integration. Research topics include international trade, foreign direct investment, innovation and productivity.
This article discusses international evidence on the effects of the European Single Market on attractiveness of EU countries to foreign direct investment and the need for further integration in the areas of services and capital markets.
This paper examines the impact of firms' green investments on a range of performance outcomes, including the growth of output, employment, productivity, export intensity, and energy intensity.
Research examines factors influencing the engagement and performance of firms in international trade and global value chains.
Research examines factors driving the innovation and productivity performance of firms.
This research examines factors influencing the attractiveness of Ireland and other European countries to foreign direct investment.
