DIGITAL ECONOMY AND GDP GROWTH A SECONDARY DATA ANALYSIS OF EMERGING MARKETS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65009/mef5a364Keywords:
Digital economy, GDP growth, Emerging markets, Digital financial inclusion, ICT development, Economic growth analysis,,Abstract
This study examines the relationship between the digital economy and GDP growth in
emerging markets using secondary data analysis. With rapid technological diffusion,
digitalization has become a critical driver of economic transformation. However, its impact
varies significantly across countries due to differences in infrastructure, institutional quality,
and human capital.
The research utilizes panel data from multiple emerging economies over a defined
period (e.g., 2010–2024), incorporating indicators such as internet penetration, digital financial
inclusion, e-commerce activity, and ICT investment. Econometric techniques including fixed
effects and random-effects models are employed to assess the contribution of digitalization to
GDP growth. Findings are expected to demonstrate a positive but heterogeneous relationship,
highlighting the importance of complementary factors such as regulatory frameworks and
education systems. The paper contributes to the literature by providing updated empirical
evidence and offering policy recommendations for leveraging digital transformation in
developing economies.
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