The Effect of Exchange Rates on Trade Balance: An Empirical Study of Morocco

Journal Title: GATR Journal of Business and Economics Review - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 1

Abstract

Objective – This paper aims to examine the relationship between exchange rates and trade balance in Morocco, to investigate whether the Marshall-Lerner condition and J-curve exist. Methodology/Technique – This paper attempts to identify the relationship between the real exchange rate and trade balance in Morocco between 2000 to 2015. Findings – Historically, exchange rates have had a strong impact on foreign trade in Morocco. Novelty – This study concludes that the fluctuation of exchange rates has no notable impact on the rate of foreign trade.

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Hicham Sadok

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Hicham Sadok (2018). The Effect of Exchange Rates on Trade Balance: An Empirical Study of Morocco. GATR Journal of Business and Economics Review, 3(1), 1-10. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-274201