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The Effects Of Labour Market Flexibility In The Monetary Theory Of Production

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The aim of the present work is to study the effects of labour market flexibility on aggregate demand, productivity and employment within the theoretical framework of the Monetary Theory of Production. It is shown that labour market flexibility may not produce unidirectional effects on aggregate demand, productivity and employment, the working of the monetary market being decisive in establishing their levels.

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  • Andrea Pacella, 2008. "The Effects Of Labour Market Flexibility In The Monetary Theory Of Production," Metroeconomica, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 59(4), pages 608-632, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:metroe:v:59:y:2008:i:4:p:608-632
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-999X.2008.00330.x
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