A practical guide to shift-share instruments

Kirill Borusyak, Peter Hull and Xavier Jaravel

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Abstract: A recent econometric literature shows two distinct paths for identification with shift-share instruments, leveraging either many exogenous shifts or exogenous shares. We present the core logic of both paths and practical takeaways via simple checklists. A variety of empirical settings illustrate key points.

JEL-codes: J23 J82 R15 R23 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 24 pages
Date: 2025-02-01
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Published in Journal of Economic Perspectives, 1, February, 2025, 39(1), pp. 181-204. ISSN: 0895-3309

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Journal Article: A Practical Guide to Shift-Share Instruments (2025)
Working Paper: A practical guide to shift-share instruments (2024)
Working Paper: A Practical Guide to Shift-Share Instruments (2024)
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