Copper and the Chilean Economy, 1960-98

Antonio Spilimbergo

Journal of Economic Policy Reform, 2002, vol. 5, issue 2, 115-126

Abstract: This paper studies the links between world copper prices and the Chilean economy. The main conclusion is that world copper prices play an important role in short-term economic fluctuations. While many mechanisms may be at work, investment seems to play a major role. During a copper price boom, the higher copper revenues and associated capital inflows create upward pressure on the real exchange rate. In turn the, appreciation of the Chilean peso during the first part of the copper cycle contributes to lower inflation, which could explain why real wages grow more rapidly in this part of the cycle.

Date: 2002
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