Economics, Econometrics and Finance
4 years ago

Public Investment Boosts Economic Growth: New Study Reveals Impact

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Public investment and fiscal policy can significantly impact economic growth. The study examines how public investment affects private capital formation using a dynamic model. Public capital is treated as a durable capital good subject to congestion. The analysis shows that the services obtained from public capital play a crucial role in economic productivity. Different ways of financing government projects are explored, and the study identifies optimal trajectories for economic growth based on fiscal and investment decisions.