Year: 2005
Type: report
Abstract: One of the most debated issues in the Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) literature concerns the validity of the key behavioral parameters used in the calibration process. CGE modelers seldom estimate those parameters, preferring to borrow from the handful of estimates available in the literature. The lack of data is often cited as a reason for this type of modus operandi (technique). Estimating key parameters is very crucial since CGE results are quite sensitive to parameter specification. This paper proposes a new and robust econometric technique, the Generalized Maximum Entropy (GME), to estimate Armington elasticities for selected commodities. All the parameters estimated are intended for use in a Lesotho CGE model.
Author: Jean-Pascal Nganou
Institution: World Bank
Language: English
Topic: Global trade and economics
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1873949044