Discussion Paper

Fragmentation? Revisiting the Ideal Point Distance measure of geopolitical distance


Abstract: In recent years, there has been growing interest in investigating the extent of geoeconomic fragmentation, defined as a policy-driven reversal of global economic integration. While world trade relative to GDP has remained relatively stable, geoeconomic fragmentation may manifest through the reconfiguration of trading patterns.

https://doi.org/10.17016/2380-7172.3749

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Provider: Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (U.S.)

Part of Series: FEDS Notes

Publication Date: 2025-03-21

Number: 2025-03-21-2