Convergence or Divergence - The Impact of Technology

Jan Fagerberg

No 1995524, Working Papers Archives from Centre for Technology, Innovation and Culture, University of Oslo

Abstract: This paper presents an overview and assessment of the theoretical and empirical work on catch-up and growth, with particular emphasis on the impact of technology, and the consequences for developing countries. The point of departure is the neoclassical theory of economic growth, as laid out by Solow and other in the 1950s, and the applied work that followed ("growth accounting"). Then the contributions from economic historians and more heterodox economists, such as Schumpeter, Kaldor and others, are discussed, followed by an account of the most recent theoretical developments in this area ("new growth theory"). Finally an assessment is made of the lessons from the recent surge in empirical (econometric) work in this area.

Pages: 34 pages
Date: 1995-01
Note: Originally published as NUPI working paper no.524, January 1995
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Journal Article: Convergence or Divergence? The Impact of Technology on "Why Growth Rates Differ." (1995)
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