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Impact of Foreign Investment on Macro-Economic Variables in Selected West-African Countries
Abstract
This study examines the impact of foreign investment on macro-economic variables in selected West-African Countries over the period 1990–2020. Panel data analyses with the Random Effects model were utilized. The research investigates the influence of foreign capital inflows on economic growth and inflation rates, among other variables. Descriptive and trend analyses revealed a significant fluctuations in key indicators, with all variables stationary at levels according to the Im-Pesaran-Shin test. Results indicate that FDI significantly promotes economic growth and inflation, although the effects of PFI and ODA vary across countries. The findings suggest that foreign investment played a vital role in fostering sustainable development and macroeconomic stability within the region. Policy implications emphasized the importance of managing foreign capital flows effectively to maximized growth benefits while maintaining price stability. This study contributes valuable insights for policymakers seeking to harness foreign investment for regional development in West Africa.
Keywords
Foreign Investment, Portfolio Foreign Investment, Official Development Assistance, Macroeconomic Variables, West Africa, Economic Growth, Inflation
Citations
IRE Journals:
Eze Joy Unekwuojo (Ph.D), Hassan Emmanuel Anthony (Ph.D) "Impact of Foreign Investment on Macro-Economic Variables in Selected West-African Countries" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 10 2026 Page 3775-3786 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1717004
IEEE:
Eze Joy Unekwuojo (Ph.D), Hassan Emmanuel Anthony (Ph.D)
"Impact of Foreign Investment on Macro-Economic Variables in Selected West-African Countries" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(10) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1717004
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