Causes of Asset Shortages in Emerging Markets

Author/Editor:

Jiaqian Chen ; Patrick A. Imam

Publication Date:

May 1, 2011

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

We first illustrate that emerging markets (EMs) face a shortage of financial assets, with financial assets not growing as rapidly as domestic savings. We then estimate the asset shortage in EMs for 1995-2008. We develop a model that explains how asset shortage develop, and then econometrically estimate the causes of asset shortages. We conclude with policy implications.

Series:

Working Paper No. 2011/114

Subject:

English

Publication Date:

May 1, 2011

ISBN/ISSN:

9781455262373/1018-5941

Stock No:

WPIEA2011114

Pages:

41

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