Theoretical and Applied Economics
No. 11 / 2009 (540)
An Empirical Analysis of Romania’s Comovement with the Euro Zone
The Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
Elena Bojesteanu
The Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
Abstract. In light of adopting the euro in the near future, it is important to asses to which extent the Romanian business cycle evolves in a similar fashion with that of the euro zone. The present study is an empirical investigation of the degree of business cycle synchronization between Romania and the euro area, based on macroeconomic series that capture the cyclical features of the two economies. The results indicate that the most recent period, characterized by major economic and financial turmoil, has lead to an increase of the degree of comovement between of the Romanian economy with that of the euro area.
Contents
Deficiencies of the Public Pension System in Romania. Some Reform Measures Derived from the EU Experience
Coping with Robust Development. Contribution to Lengthen Life & Pleasure
Banking Restructuring Techniques in the Economical Crisis Context
Theoretical and Practical Aspects Regarding the Nulity of Commercial Companies
An Empirical Analysis of Romania’s Comovement with the Euro Zone
The Operational Risk – Comparative Analysis
The End of Certainty in the Complexity of New Economy
Increasing Responsibility towards Environment