Research Discussion Paper – RDP 8910 An Analysis of the Determinants of Imports

Contents

• Introduction
• Trends in Endogenous Imports, Activity and Prices
• Analytical Framework
• Functional Form
• Methodology
• Results
• Conclusion
• Appendix 1: Data Definitions and Sources
• Appendix 2: Unit Root and Time Trend Tests
• Appendix 3: Error Correction Models
• References

We are grateful for helpful suggestions from Paul Brennan, David Gruen, Bruce Hockman and Glenn Stevens. Any errors are ours alone. The view expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Reserve Bank of Australia.