The Persistence of Capital Account Crises

Author/Editor:

Mauro Mecagni ; Ruben V Atoyan ; David J Hofman

Publication Date:

May 1, 2009

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

This study contributes to the literature on capital account crises in two ways. First, our analysis of crisis episodes between 1994 and 2002 establishes a clear relationship between the persistence of crises, their complexity, and the intensity of movement of key macroeconomic variables. Second, we provide a systematic examination of the determinants of crisis duration. Our econometric analysis suggests that initial conditions and the external environment plays a key role in determining crisis persistence. The policy response also matters, but cannot offset a record of poor past policies. Overall, the results underscore the critical importance of crisis prevention efforts.

Series:

Working Paper No. 2009/103

Subject:

Frequency:

Monthly

English

Publication Date:

May 1, 2009

ISBN/ISSN:

9781451872507/1018-5941

Stock No:

WPIEA2009103

Pages:

28

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