1. The effect of digital government on corporate total factor productivity.
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Chen, Shihao, Wang, Xiaojun, Gan, Tian, and Gui, Guanqi
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INDUSTRIAL productivity , *ECONOMIC uncertainty , *INTERNET in public administration , *INFRASTRUCTURE (Economics) , *CORPORATE governance - Abstract
This study examines the influence of digital government initiatives on corporate total factor productivity (TFP). Employing a difference-in-differences (DID) methodology and analyzing data from publicly listed companies spanning the period 2010 to 2020, we investigate the impact of digital governance on corporate TFP. Our findings reveal a noteworthy positive effect, with an average TFP increase of 5%. Further exploration through heterogeneity analysis indicates that this impact is particularly pronounced in regions with robust network infrastructure, increased marketization, and decreased economic uncertainty, particularly among privately-owned enterprises. Moreover, we identify key mechanisms through which digital governance fosters this enhancement in TFP, including the facilitation of technological innovation, efficient allocation of high-skilled labor, and improved investment efficiency. Our research underscores the significant role of digital government initiatives in bolstering corporate TFP and contributes to a deeper understanding of the mechanisms underlying this relationship. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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