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Competitiveness, Trade and FDI

Research in this area focuses on structural and microeconomic factors and policies underlying competitiveness and knowledge-based economic growth in Ireland and other European countries in the context of international economic integration. Research topics include international trade, foreign direct investment, technological change, innovation, productivity and the digital economy.

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International trade

Research examines factors influencing the engagement and performance of firms in international trade and global value chains.

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Technological Change, Innovation, Productivity and the Digital Economy

Research examines factors driving the innovation and productivity performance of firms.

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Foreign Direct Investment

This research examines factors influencing the attractiveness of Ireland and other European countries to foreign direct investment.