Affiliation:
1. School of Management & Entrepreneurship, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur Jodhpur India
2. Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee Roorkee India
3. Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya Bodh Gaya India
Abstract
AbstractThis research examines the impact of trade related to global value chains (GVCs) and the COVID‐19 pandemic on economic growth. To achieve this, we analyse a panel of 60 countries spanning from 2007 to 2021. Various models are estimated using the system generalized method of moments technique. The primary findings are as follows: Firstly, GVC trade is identified as a positive and beneficial factor influencing economic growth. Secondly, the interaction between COVID and GVCs reveals that GVCs continue to have a positive impact on economic growth even during the pandemic. Lastly, consistent and comparable results are observed across different GVC components, sectors and country groups. These outcomes provide valuable insights for policymakers, emphasizing the importance of GVC trade in fostering economic growth.