Autori
Fraquelli, Giovanni
Frigero, Pier Carlo
Sugliano, Fulvio

Titolo
Competitivita' e divari di efficienza nell'industria italiana.
Periodico
CERIS-CNR. Working Paper
Anno: 2001 - Fascicolo: 1 - Pagina iniziale: 1

This paper assesses the role of competition in explaining the efficiency in the Italian manufacturing. Technical efficiency differentials have been measured by applying Data Evelopment Analysis (D.E.A.) methods on a panel of 420 firms from 32 industries at 3- digit level, over the period 1983-1992. The analysis shows that a tougher competitive environment is efficiency enhancing . Consistent with previous empirical evidence we find a negative link between efficiency and concentration. Moreover efficiency declines more slowly when the level of concentration is highest, suggesting a non-linear relationship. The results have policy implications. The undergoing process of liberalisation and privatisation in Italy should take into account the beneficial effects of a more competitive environment.



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