OECD Economic Globalization Indicators
The OECD Economic Globalization Indicators, now in its second edition, offers a comprehensive set of indicators aimed at quantifying the scale and intensity of globalization processes. This is crucial for policymakers and analysts to base their decisions on solid data. The indicators encompass a wide array of areas, including capital movements, foreign direct investments, international trade, the economic activities of multinational firms, the internationalization of technology, and additional topics like the current financial crisis, portfolio investments, environmental aspects, and global value chains.
Key Features of the Indicators:
- Broad Coverage: The indicators cover diverse aspects of globalization, providing insights into the multifaceted nature of global integration.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: They integrate perspectives from finance, industry, science, technology, and environment, offering a holistic view of globalization.
- Comparability: The indicators are designed to be comparable across countries, facilitating cross-border analysis and policy formulation.
Structure of the Indicators:
The publication is organized into several parts:
- Globalization and the Crisis - Discusses the impact of globalization on the recent financial crisis.
- Globalization of Trade and Investment - Analyzes trends in international trade and investment flows.
- Globalization of Technology and Knowledge - Focuses on the internationalization of science, technology, skilled human capital, and environmental technology.
- Multinational Enterprises and Globalization - Examines the role and characteristics of multinational enterprises in global integration.
- Global Value Chains - Explores a new form of globalization through the lens of global value chains.
Contributors:
The publication benefits from contributions from various OECD departments, including Science, Technology, and Industry; Financial and Enterprise Affairs; Statistics; and Environment. Each section is authored by experts in their respective fields, ensuring depth and accuracy in coverage.
Publication Details:
- ISBNs: Print version: 978-92-64-08435-3, PDF: 978-92-64-08436-0, HTML: 978-92-64-08437-7
- Accessibility: Full text available online via SourceOECD or directly from the OECD website.
- Collaboration: Prepared by multiple OECD staff members and contributors from different disciplines.
This publication serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, and analysts seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of globalization in today's interconnected world.
