Government demand and firm growth
Public procurement accounts for approximately 13% of GDP in low-income economies, offering a significant market opportunity for domestic firms, especially those facing demand constraints. This paper explores the impact of selling to government entities on firm performance in Uganda, leveraging detailed administrative data and an event study methodology.
Authors
Marco Sanfilippo
Associate Professor of Economics, University of Turin
Filippo Santi
Research Associate, Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies; Post-Doctoral researcher, University of Turin, European University Institute
Rohit Ticku
Research Fellow, Robert Schuman Center, European University Institute-
Hoekman et al Working Paper October 2024.pdf
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