Is 3D Printing a Threat to Global Trade ? The Trade Effects You Didn't Hear About (English)

In the mid-2000s, the production of hearing aids shifted almost entirely to 3D printing. Using difference-in-differences and synthetic control methods, this paper examines the effects of this shift on trade flows. The analysis finds that trade increased roughly 60 percent following the introduction of 3D printing. Revealed comparative advantage was reinforced, with exports growing most rapidly for middle- and high-income countries. The analysis also...

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Author

Freund,Caroline;

Mulabdic,Alen;

Ruta,Michele;
Document Date
2019/09/25
Document Type
Policy Research Working Paper
Report Number
WPS9024
Volume No
1
Total Volume(s)
1
Country
World,
Region
Other,
Disclosure Date
2019/09/25
Disclosure Status
Disclosed
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Is 3D Printing a Threat to Global Trade ? The Trade Effects You Didn't Hear About

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Freund,Caroline; Mulabdic,Alen; Ruta,Michele.

Is 3D Printing a Threat to Global Trade ? The Trade Effects You Didn't Hear About (English). Policy Research working paper|WDR 2020 Background Paper|no. WPS 9024 Washington, D.C. : World Bank Group. http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/152701569432061451

Is 3D Printing a Threat to Global Trade ? The Trade Effects You Didn't Hear About (English)

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