期刊名称:International Journal of Economics and Empirical Research (IJEER)
印刷版ISSN:2311-3871
电子版ISSN:2310-5232
出版年度:2016
卷号:4
期号:7
页码:342-347
出版社:The Economics and Social Development Organization (TESDO)
摘要:Purpose: This study explores the impact of remittances on economic growth of nine Asian and three South American Countries. Methodology: The conventional neoclassical growth framework using panel data is applied. Findings: We find that remittances have a positive and significant effect on the growth of Asian and South American Countries, where the financial systems are less developed by providing an alternative way to finance investment and helping overcome liquidity constraints. Recommendations: Policy recommendations have been provided.