Investment Dynamics in the Economies of Selected ASEAN Countries
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15408/sjie.v14i2.45231Keywords:
foreign direct investment, investment efficiency, governance quality, trade policy, capital per workerAbstract
Research Originality: This research is original in its dynamic panel analysis of investment efficiency determinants in ASEAN+8 economies during 2019-2023, revealing persistent efficiency patterns and nonlinear governance effects.
Research Objectives: This study investigates the impact of foreign direct investment, governance quality, trade openness, and capital intensity on investment efficiency (ICOR) in ASEAN economies.
Research Methods: This study employs System GMM estimation on panel data from 8 ASEAN countries. Key variables include ICOR, FDI inflows, the Corruption Perception Index, trade openness (% of GDP, and capital per worker.
Empirical Results: The analysis reveals strong persistence in investment efficiency over time. While foreign direct investment has only a limited short-term effect, trade openness is a critical long-run driver of efficiency. The relationship with governance quality is complex and nonlinear. Furthermore, capital per worker was not a significant determinant of investment efficiency in the region.
Implications: These results suggest ASEAN policymakers should combine FDI quality targeting with institutional reforms and maintain long-term trade liberalization commitments to enhance investment efficiency.
JEL Classification: F21, O16, O53, C23
How to Cite:
Yaqinah, N. I., Wilantari, R. N., & Yuliati, L. (2025). Investment Dynamics in the Economies of Selected ASEAN Countries. Signifikan: Jurnal Ilmu Ekonomi, 14(2), 279-290. https://doi.org/10.15408/sjie.v14i2.45231.
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