Privatization in Latin America: Myths and Reality (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780804752428)

Privatization in Latin America represents the first systemic economic analysis of the efficiency and distributive effect of privatization in Latin America. Examining the privatization experience of six Latin American countries--Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, and Colombia--Privatization in Latin America evaluates the empirical evidence on privatization and assesses the validity of the criticisms raised. It shows that privatization can lead to increased profitability and productivity, firm restructuring, fiscal benefits, output growth, and even quality improvements. Privatization in Latin America is destined to become a must-have reference for researchers interested in privatization or the economic aspects of social policy reforms.

Author: Alberto Chong, Florencio Lopez De Silanes
ISBN-10: 0804752427
ISBN-13: 9780804752428
Publisher: Stanford Economics and Finance
Language: English
Published: 03/15/2005
Pages: 380
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.96w x 1.20d