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Research on the impact and internal mechanism of intelligent technology on industrial chain resilience

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  • Zhu, Tianqi

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Based on the panel data of 30 provinces in China from 2011 to 2022, this paper explores the impact and internal mechanism of intelligent technology on industrial chain resilience. The study finds that: (1) Intelligent technology has a positive impact on industrial chain resilience; (2) digital finance can significantly enhance the positive impact of intelligent technology on industrial chain resilience; (3) the promoting effect of intelligent technology on industrial chain resilience is most prominent in the central region.

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  • Xue, Fengrui & Zhu, Tianqi, 2025. "Research on the impact and internal mechanism of intelligent technology on industrial chain resilience," Finance Research Letters, Elsevier, vol. 84(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:finlet:v:84:y:2025:i:c:s1544612325010475
    DOI: 10.1016/j.frl.2025.107789
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